FHSU Sports Information Department
HAYS, Kan. – Coming off two thrilling double overtime victories earlier in the week, Fort Hays State looked like it had nothing left in the tank against Texas A&M-International on Sunday (Sept. 27) at FHSU Soccer Stadium. The Dustdevils stunned the 11th-ranked Tigers by a score of 3-0.
Fort Hays State’s ball control and defense lacked early in the game. TAMIU (2-5 overall) took advantage scoring goals in the 5th and 9th minutes of the game to build an early 2-0 advantage with the wind.
The Tigers (6-2 overall) had the wind in the second half, but TAMIU limited opportunities and then put the match away with a counter attack goal in the 77th minute.
The Tigers were shutout for the first time this season and first time in 10 matches dating back to last season. Michael Yantz took the loss in goal and now sits at 6-2 on the season. TAMIU keeper Miguel Lucio picked up his first win of the season between the pipes.
The shot count was dead even at 13-13. TAMIU fired 11 shots with the wind in the first half, while FHSU fired 10 in the second half.
The Tigers remain at home next week for their first two MIAA matches of the season against Southwest Baptist and Northeastern State.