Mens soccers pulls past Cape Fear CC 5-2
Oct 11, 2024

Louisburg College defeats Cape Fear Community College 5-2 on their home field. The match, marked by an explosive first half, saw the Hurricanes turn a shaky start into a decisive victory.

Cape Fear struck first, taking an early lead with two quick goals. However, Louisburg responded emphatically. Just moments into the match, Boni Salinas netted two unassisted goals, leveling the score at 2-2. The momentum shifted dramatically as Euan Russell followed with another unassisted strike, putting Louisburg ahead 3-2.

Kevin Moran added to the tally with another unassisted goal, extending the lead to 4-2. In a bizarre turn of events, an own goal from Cape Fear rounded out the scoring for the Hurricanes, sealing the game at 5-2 by halftime.

Despite being down a player due to a red card issued to Andreas Florin Olsson in the first period, Louisburg's defense held strong. The team's cohesion and determination were evident as they maintained control of the game.

With this victory, Louisburg College continues to build momentum in the season, demonstrating both skill and resilience. As they prepare for their next match, the Hurricanes look to carry this winning energy forward and challenge their upcoming opponents.