Colorado Springs, CO (April 6th, 2024) – The Colorado Springs Switchbacks had a challenging match against Sacramento Republic FC with a final score of 2-0.
The game had a quick start with an early goal in the fifth minute, from Sacramento Republic FC player Trevor Amann inside the 18 with an assist from Russell Cicerone. As the game went on Sacramento Republic FC scored in the 26′, by Russell Cicerone assisted by Nicholas Ross.
Going into the second half the Switchbacks made some changes in the lineup adding Koa Santos, Quenzi Huerman, and Tyreek Magee, with James Musa, Stevie Echevarria, and Jairo Henriquez leaving. With this new change, the Switchbacks brought more of an attacking battle creating nine shots in total with two shots on target. On the defensive side, Matt Mahoney attempted 106 passes in this game, giving him the highest total for the Switchbacks this season. Even with the Switchbacks opening more chances on target, Sacramento Republic kept a strong defense keeping the score stagnant at 2-0.
The Switchbacks head on the road to Phoenix on Saturday, April 13th. Then the boys return to Weidner Field on April 20th to go head to head against Indy Eleven, for the Switchbacks 10th season celebration night! For tickets to that match, and all others, head HERE.
