EL PASO, Texas – The UTEP soccer team opened its 2018 season with a 6-1 win over Lubbock Christian University at University Field Friday night. The Miners (1-0-0) dominated the second half with five of their six goals against the Lady Chaps coming after the break.
Jojo Ngongo (14’), Anna Jimmerson (47’), Vic Bohdan (56’), April Pate (64’), Danielle Carreon (69’) and Jackie Soto (77’) all scored their first goals of the season for the Orange and Blue. Alyssa Palacios registered three saves. Allison Scott (88’) spoiled the shutout with a penalty kick goal.
“We had a really good second half having five goals and five different people score,” UTEP head coach Kevin Cross said.