A Recap of the UNLV Mens' and Women's Soccer Weekends

Unlv Women’s Soccer Team Left Wyoming Empty

The UNLV Women’s Soccer team was able to keep up the momentum with a 1-0 win against Wyoming State. Red Shirt Junior Jules Dominguez was able to give the Rebel’s their only goal early in the first half.

Although Jules Dominguez was the only Rebel to score an actual goal, the Rebels were dominant on offense. The Rebels outshot the Wyoming Cowgirls 17-8. The Rebels were able to maintain offensive control with a total of 10 corner kicks. They were able to keep immense pressure on the Wyoming goalie, while she had to make 8 saves or it could have been a bigger victory.

The defense shut down the Cowgirls to get a spark in the game. Redshirt freshman Riley Lieback, making just her fourth start in net, gained another winLieback had a total of two saves on the night with the help of defense.

The UNLV Women’s soccer team improved to 10-6 overall and 3-4 in Mountain West play. With only four matches remaining, the Rebels hope to continue this winning streak. They are in a fight to be in the top-six slots in standings to qualify for the Mountain West Conference.

The match against Colorado State will be AT 12:00PM. It will be live on the Mountain West Network.

UNLV Men’s Soccer Winning Streak taken by Utah Valley.

The UNLV Men’s Soccer team entered Saturday tonight's game with back-to-back wins. 

While the Rebels outshot Utah Valley 12-11, they fell short and lost 4-1.

Utah Valley took the lead early in the first half, scoring within the first five minutes. The Rebels seemed to be looking for a spark in the first half, but could not find it. The Utah Valley Wolverines extended their lead to 2-1 right before halftime.

In the second half, the Rebels came out with much more attack. Senior Nicholas Likulia had three shots on goal, and did his best to try to get something. Aedon Kyra scored a goal for the Rebels to cut the lead in half. 

However, later on in the battle the Wolverines were able to shut down the game with two more late goals to conclude a victory of 4-1.

After the sore loss against Utah Valley, the Rebel’s push for that six spot continues. They face Grand Canyon University on October 22nd. Kickoff will be at 7 P.M. PST. Catch it live at ESPN+