The Master’s University Mustangs rallied past the Soka University of America Lions 3–2 in men’s soccer Saturday, Oct. 10, at Reese Field. Trent Rickard scored twice and assisted on the opening goal. The Mustangs improved to 7–4–2 overall and 6–2 in the GSAC.
How the match unfolded
Andrew Sorto scored at 32:37 from Rickard’s assist. Soka answered after halftime with goals by Diego Barba at 51:13 and Rudy Garcia at 52:20. The quick strikes put the Lions ahead 2–1.
Rickard tied the match at 53:38 on an assist from goalkeeper Franco Barba. He scored again at 69:58, with Silas Chavez and Michael Masimango receiving assists. The Master’s finished with a 20–6 advantage in shots.
CSB Take
The Mustangs responded quickly after surrendering their lead. Rickard’s second-half finishes turned a difficult stretch into a conference victory. Soka showed attacking urgency but could not keep the advantage long enough to secure the result.
