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Paul Quinn Falls 3–2 in Tight Battle Against Huston-Tillotson

Round Rock, Texas, October 18, 2025 In a high-energy matchup that featured five goals and plenty of offensive fireworks, the Paul Quinn College Tigers (2–5–5, 0–3 HBCUAC) narrowly fell to the Huston-Tillotson Rams (7–6–0, 2–1 HBCUAC) by a final score of 3–2 on Saturday afternoon at the Multipurpose Complex in Round Rock, Texas.

Paul Quinn Falls 3–2 in Tight Battle Against Huston-Tillotson
Box Score
October 18, 2025

The match was fast paced from start to finish, with both teams trading goals in an entertaining HBCUAC showdown that showcased skill, intensity, and a few moments of brilliance on both sides.

Rams Strike First

 

Huston-Tillotson opened the scoring in the 38th minute when Alejandro Cruz found the back of the net off an assist from Manuel Nunez, capitalizing on a turnover deep in Paul Quinn territory. The goal put the Rams up 1–0, but their advantage didn't last long.

Paul Quinn Fights Back

 

The Tigers responded just five minutes later when Daniel Duvall equalized in the 43rd minute. Duvall's strike, assisted by Bruno Repolho, came in transition from the top of the box, sending the teams into halftime tied at one apiece.

 

Paul Quinn carried that momentum into the second half, and in the 51st minute, Amado Garcia gave the Tigers their first lead of the game. Once again, Repolho provided the assist, forcing a turnover in Huston-Tillotson's defensive zone and setting up Garcia's finish from close range to make it 2–1.

Huston-Tillotson's Second-Half Surge

 

The Rams wasted little time responding. In the 55th minute, Luis Uriostegui leveled the score at 2–2 after redirecting a free kick from Dominiq Munson-Garza directly in front of the goal. Just seven minutes later, Huston-Tillotson reclaimed the lead when Giovanni Perez struck from 15 yards out off a quick setup by Cruz. The go-ahead goal would prove to be the game-winner.

Defensive Efforts and Key Stats

 

Paul Quinn goalkeeper Eduardo Bicca faced a barrage of 23 total shots from the Rams, finishing with one save. Despite the loss, Bicca and the Tigers' defense kept the game close against one of the conference's most dangerous attacking units.

 

Huston-Tillotson's Juan Acosta earned the win in goal, making three saves on five shots on target from the Tigers.

Offensive Leaders

  • Paul Quinn:
  • Huston-Tillotson:
    • Goals: Alejandro Cruz (1), Luis Uriostegui (1), Giovanni Perez (1)
    • Assists: Cruz (1), Nunez (1), Munson-Garza (1)
    • Shots: 23 total (4 on goal)

A Physical Contest

 

Both teams brought intensity to the match, combining for 20 total fouls and six yellow cards. Paul Quinn picked up bookings for Tahrick Smith (24:43) and Mateusz Gladych (62:35), while Huston-Tillotson saw cautions to multiple players and team staff.

Looking Ahead

 

The Tigers continue to search for their first conference win of the season but showed promising chemistry and resilience in this close battle. Their midfield play and creativity from Repolho were bright spots in the narrow defeat.

 

Huston-Tillotson, improving to 2–1 in HBCUAC play, will look to carry its offensive rhythm into the final stretch of the season as it continues its push toward the top of the standings.

 

Final Score: Huston-Tillotson 3, Paul Quinn 2