HOUSTON -- The University of the Incarnate Word men's soccer team earned its first conference win, defeating Houston Baptist University, 1-0, on Sunday night.
 
HOW IT HAPPENED
 
FIRST HALF:
UIW recorded only one shot in the first period, while HBU countered with five shots. The Cardinals defense was solid as the Huskies recorded four off-target shots and only one on target, which Carlos Mercado saved. After a quiet first half, the score was tied at 0-0.
 
SECOND HALF:
After two shots and two corner kicks to start the second half, the offensively recharged Cardinals were able to score the go-ahead goal when Miguel Velasquez found the back of the net in the 67th minute, giving UIW a 1-0 advantage. UIW's defense stayed strong, halting the Huskies eight shots to protect the Cardinals lead. UIW remained stable to take a 1-0 victory over HBU.
 
RECORDS UPDATE
UIW: 4-7, 1-4 WAC
HBU: 3-8, 1-4 WAC
 
UP NEXT
The Cardinals return home to host the University of Nevada-Las Vegas on Sunday. Kickoff is set for 1 p.m. (CT) at Benson Stadium.
 
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