North Las Vegas, NV - Soccer enthusiasts were treated to an exhilarating showdown as the College of Southern Nevada (CSN) narrowly defeated #14 Utah State Eastern (USUE) with a final score of 3-2 in a gripping contest that had fans on the edge of their seats.

Scoring Summary:

• Utah State Eastern: 2
• College of Southern: 3

The match was marked by high energy and competitive spirit from the start, with both teams displaying a strong desire to secure the victory. The first half saw Utah State Eastern taking 10 shots, while the College of Southern managed 8 shots.

The opening goal of the game came from College of Southern's Miguel Higareda in the 35th minute, putting his team ahead 1-0. However, Utah State Eastern responded with a goal by Vinicius De Silva in the 37th minute to level the score at 1-1.

Just before halftime, College of Southern Nevada's Enrique Reyes-Avila found the back of the net with an assist from Sebastian Aldama, giving his team a 2-1 lead.

The second half saw Utah State Eastern's Casey Stracher equalize with an assist from Eric Estrada in the 49th minute, making it 2-2. The match remained intensely competitive, with both teams vying for control and creating scoring opportunities.

As the clock ticked down, it was College of Southern Nevada's Charles Rendon who became the hero of the day, scoring a crucial penalty kick in the 59th minute. His goal gave CSN a 3-2 lead, which they managed to hold onto until the final whistle.

The match featured a total of 15 shots from Utah State Eastern and 12 from the College of Southern Nevada, showcasing the offensive prowess of both teams. Both goalkeepers, Mathias Del Lago for Utah State Eastern and Marco Lizarraga for the College of Southern Nevada, made critical saves throughout the game.

The contest was not without its share of intensity, with multiple yellow cards issued to players from both sides. The match also featured corner kicks, fouls, and several close calls that added to the excitement.

In the end, it was the College of Southern Nevada that emerged victorious in this hard-fought battle. The match displayed the determination and skill of both teams and was a testament to the competitiveness of collegiate soccer. With this win, the College of Southern Nevada improved its conference standing, while Utah State Eastern put up a valiant effort in a closely contested matchup.