Angel Romero’s Late Goal Secures Victory for Lynchburg
Lynchburg, Va. – The University of Lynchburg men’s soccer team triumphed over RV Hope with a 2-1 victory, thanks to a last-minute goal by Angel Romero. The match took place on Saturday afternoon at Shellenberger Field, marking an exciting home opener for the No. 10 ranked Hornets, now with a record of 5-1-1.
The game began with Hope taking the lead at 27:44, as Jackson Mindling netted his fourth goal of the season, supported by assists from Ryker Corstange and Seth Walters. However, Lynchburg’s William Casey leveled the score just before halftime, converting a pass from Izaack Cruz at 44:34 to make it 1-1.
In the second half, Lynchburg asserted its offense, taking 12 of its 18 total shots. Despite their efforts, the score remained tied until the final moments of the match. At 89:47, Romero headed in a goal, also his second of the season, off an assist from Hector Rodriguez, giving the Hornets a decisive 2-1 lead.
Leading the offensive charge for Lynchburg, Casey and Fischer Daniel each took three shots, with Casey recording one shot on goal while Daniel managed two. Other contributors included Saul Lopez Coreas, Sean DeLorenzo, and Carlos Andres Romero, each with two shots, and Isaac Torres and Matthew Viscuso, who also placed their lone attempts on target.
Overall, Lynchburg dominated the match, finishing with an 18-7 advantage in total shots and a 9-4 lead in shots on goal. The Hornets controlled 65 percent of the possession and earned all five corner kicks. In contrast, Hope could only muster one shot in the second half.
The Hornets’ goalkeeper, Vikram Couto, completed the game with three saves, while Cooper Hutt from Hope made seven saves. Lynchburg recorded nine fouls and was penalized for offsides three times, while Hope logged seven fouls and one offsides, without receiving any yellow cards during the match.
Lynchburg will continue its season as they host Salisbury at Shellenberger Field on Sunday, September 20, at 2 p.m.
Why It Matters
This victory not only boosts Lynchburg’s record but also enhances their standing in the national rankings. The late-game heroics by Romero exemplify the team’s resilience and ability to perform under pressure, highlighting their potential as they aim for continued success in the season.
