DALLAS, Texas (October 26, 2024) – Lubbock Christian University and Dallas Baptist battled to a 1-1 tie Saturday at Patriot Soccer Field in Dallas. The Chaparrals and Patriots traded goals, ending in a second consecutive draw this season—this time in a Lone Star Conference matchup, following their earlier non-conference tie.
 

The draw moved Lubbock Christian's record to 5-5-5 overall and 2-3-3 in Lone Star action. The Chaparrals currently sit at seventh in the Lone Star Conference. Dallas Baptist moved to 4-3-7 overall and 3-1-3 in conference play following the tie. Furthermore, the Patriots sit in the fourth-place spot in the Lone Star standings.

How it Happened

Lubbock Christian took a 1-0 lead when Nako Amare scored his third goal of the season in the 46th minute, occurring 45 seconds into the second half. The Chaparrals controlled the opening kick-off and immediately advanced it into the Patriot defensive zone. During the rush, a centering pass was deflected by a Dallas Baptist defender to Amare, who was able to sneak his shot to the right side of the net, resulting in the opening goal.

The Patriots responded to tie the game on a goal from Evan Pustejovsky in the 61st minute. Neither team added another goal in the match, as they played to the 1-1 draw.

Game Notes

• Connor Pettigrew totaled four saves for the Chaparrals out of 16 total Patriots shots, extending his Lone Star leading total to 63.
• Nako Amare netted his third goal, moving him into a tie with Geoffroy Letienne for second-most on the team.
• Lubbock Christian put five shots on goal for the seventh consecutive match.
• Lubbock Christian still leads the all-time series 8-3-3
• There have been two consecutive ties and three in the last four matches between the Chaparrals and the Patriots.
• Lubbock Christian maintains their strong road record, now at 3-2-2 away from Lubbock.

What's Next?

Lubbock Christian will continue a road trip when they travel to Wichita Falls, Texas Wednesday for a showdown against Midwestern State. The Mustangs are currently second place in the Lone Star Conference, with a 9-2-3 overall and 4-2-1 conference record. On Saturday, they suffered a 3-1 loss to West Texas A&M on the road, their first loss since October 2 against St. Edward's. Lubbock Christian and Midwestern State will look for a monumental victory when they have first touch at 7:00 p.m. from Stang Park in Wichita Falls. FloSports will carry the game online and it can be viewed at lcuchaps.com/live.