Posted: Sep 22, 2024
BAKERSFIELD, CA - In a thrilling matchup on Friday, the Bakersfield College men's soccer team mounted a late comeback to secure a 2-2 draw against Fresno City College Rams at home.
The visitors opened the scoring in the 36th minute putting Fresno up 1-0. Despite Bakersfield's efforts, they were unable to break through Fresno's defense for much of the game.
The second half saw the Renegades intensify their attack, but it wasn't until the 88th minute that Christopher Gandara leveled the match at 1-1, with assists from Jordee Magana and Joshua Bryant. BC quickly responded just a minute later when Bryant found the back of the net, assisted by Jesus Cortez and Magana, to give Bakersfield a 2-1 lead. However, Fresno managed to respond in stoppage time. The Rams scored the equalizer in the 90th minute ensuring the match ended in a 2-2 draw.
Despite the late drama, both teams walk away with a point. The Renegades will play on the road on Tuesday and then return home on Friday, September 27th to take on LA Harbor at 4:00 PM.