North Las Vegas, NV – The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) men's soccer team faced a challenging day on October 1, 2024, as they were shut out 4-0 by Mohave Community College. The Coyotes, now 2-7-0 overall and 2-4-0 in conference play, were unable to capitalize on their chances, while Mohave improved to 5-5-0 overall and 4-2-0 in the conference.

Mohave College came out strong, scoring their first goal just five minutes into the match when Jorge Quintero finished a pass from Brayan Lino. This early strike set the tone for Mohave, who continued to pressure CSN's defense throughout the game. Just two minutes later, Dominic Portale doubled the lead for Mohave with a well-placed header, assisted by Christopher Arvizu, making it 2-0 within the first eight minutes.

Despite CSN's efforts to respond, including shots from Walter Ochoa and Jose Quintero, they were repeatedly denied by Mohave goalkeeper Pablo Saavedra, who finished the match with seven saves. The Coyotes struggled to find their rhythm and saw their best chances blocked or saved throughout the first half.

Mohave further extended their lead just before halftime when Quintero scored his second goal of the game, assisted by Hunter La Pointe, giving them a commanding 3-0 advantage at the break.

CSN made adjustments in the second half, increasing their attacking efforts. However, they were unable to break through Mohave's defense, with Ochoa and Joshua Elicerio coming close but unable to find the back of the net. CSN goalkeeper Anthony Pena, who came on in the second half, made two saves, but Mohave struck again in the 79th minute when Brayan Lino added the fourth and final goal.

The match saw plenty of physicality, with six yellow cards and one red card issued, including a red card to CSN's Jonathan Walter II late in the first half, leaving the Coyotes down a man for the remainder of the match.

Scoring Summary:

• 5:33 – Mohave: Jorge Quintero (Assist: Brayan Lino)
• 7:54 – Mohave: Dominic Portale (Assist: Christopher Arvizu)
• 42:45 – Mohave: Jorge Quintero (Assist: Hunter La Pointe)
• 78:52 – Mohave: Brayan Lino

CSN generated 16 shots, with 8 on target, but could not find a breakthrough. Mohave, on the other hand, capitalized on their chances, taking 18 shots, with 9 on target. The Coyotes will look to bounce back as they continue their conference schedule, hoping to turn around their fortunes in upcoming matches.

Final Score: Mohave Community College 4, College of Southern Nevada 0