On Galactic Night promotional night at Weidner Field, the stars for the Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC showed up when it mattered most against rival Oklahoma City Energy.
The Western Conference rivals know each other well, and the Energy had just eliminated the Switchbacks from the US Open Cup on Wednesday night in a 2-1 battle that saw tempers flare frequently. Adding to the drama was the return of former Switchbacks fan favorite Miguel Gonzalez who, in the offseason, signed with the Energy. Considering that both teams had been showing less-than-stellar defending all season, it was expected that those in attendance would see a high scoring affair.