August 29, 2017

Gomez Goal Pushes Chargers Past Comets, 1-0

CYPRESS, CA - The Cypress College men’s soccer team (1-1) picked up their first win of the season with a hard fought 1-0 victory over Palomar College.

Palomar

0-2-0

Cypress

1-1-0

Final

Palomar (0-2-0)

Cypress (1-1-0)

By Wes McCurtis

CYPRESS, CA - The Cypress College men's soccer team (1-1) picked up their first win of the season with a hard fought 1-0 victory over Palomar College (0-2) on Ray Haas Field in Tuesday's home opener.

The Chargers dominated possession throughout, allowing only one shot on goal from Palomar, which came late in the first half (41:16). However, Cypress was unable to capitalize on some early chances and went into the half tied 0-0.

The Comets came out aggressive to start the second half and the Chargers took advantage on the counter attack. Freshman Ulises Gomez found the back of the net with a high shot over Palomar keeper Cole Carter, giving Cypress the 1-0 edge (51:52).

Sophomore forward Jose Morales had a chance to extend the lead for Cypress in the 84^th minute, but his shot would hit the crossbar, leaving the door open for the Comets down the stretch. However, the Chargers' defense held strong as they secured the 1-0 victory.

Men's soccer will return to action on Friday, September 1^st at Glendale before returning home to face off against Sequoias on Tuesday, September 5^th at 3:00 pm.

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