The University of La Verne men’s soccer team played to a 1-1 draw against the No. 2 ranked Trinity University (Texas) on September 11, 2026, in San Antonio, Texas. The Leopards maintained their undefeated record and improved to 2-0-2 on the season.
Trinity University scored first with a goal from Hodge MacDonald assisted by Gustav Moberg. The Leopards responded early in the second half when Diego Soto scored the equalizer just over seven minutes into the period on an assist from Alexander Bastidas. This marked Soto’s third goal of the season.
Goalkeeper Joshua Simonton was instrumental in preserving the draw, recording 11 saves and allowing only one goal on 17 shots. The match was physical, with 27 fouls committed and six cards issued between the two teams. La Verne had six shots on goal compared to Trinity’s 12.
The Leopards continue their road trip in Texas with a game against Southwestern University on Sunday, September 13, at 5 p.m.
CSB Take
The University of La Verne men’s soccer team’s hard-fought 1-1 draw against a top-ranked opponent early in the season highlights their resilience and defensive strength. Diego Soto’s timely goal and Joshua Simonton’s goalkeeping played critical roles in maintaining the Leopards’ unbeaten record. This performance sets a positive tone as La Verne seeks to build momentum and compete strongly in NCAA Division III play.
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