No .14 Trinity University Men's Soccer (4-0-2) saw two games come to a draw this week after ties against Hardin-Simmons University and University of the Incarnate Word. For their efforts, Tiger Men's Soccer has been ranked 14th by the United Soccer Coaches.
 
The Tigers had offensive prowess this week, scoring goals in every match. The Tigers did not get an early start in their match against Hardin-Simmons, with no goals scored in the first half. However, the Tigers decided to change their mindset in the second half when junior Hunter Cain (Katy, Texas / Cinco Ranch) found the back of the net in the 70th minute. Just when the Cowboys thought the Tigers were done, sophomore Adam Knutson (Dripping Springs, Texas / Dripping Springs) found the back of the net for his team-leading fourth goal of the year. 
 
The Tigers were then matched up against the NCAA I Incarnate Word Cardinals, which would be a great test for the Tigers. The Tigers were on the board early when junior Will Powell (Bexley, Kent / Beth Grammar School) had a beautiful cross from 30 yards out to set up Chen Adjei (Euless, Texas / Trinity) for a fantastic header that found the back of the net. The Tigers had a hard-fought game, with eight of the eleven starters playing all 90 minutes. This wasn't the first time these two clubs have had this type of match, the Tigers and Cardinals had a similar match when they had a 0-0 tie in their 2009 matchup. 
 
United Soccer Coaches Rankings
 
The Tigers make the jump to the number 14 spot after being ranked 15 in the previous week. The top spot remained the same, with the University of Mary Washington standing firm. SCAC rival St. Thomas drops to 10 after being ranked 8 previously. 
 
Weekend Preview
 
The Tigers round off the last bit of their non-conference schedule with matches against the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor at home on Friday, September 22nd at 7:00 PM and then the Tigers hit the road to play against the Concordia University Tornadoes on Sunday, September 24th at 7:00 PM. 
 
On the Mary Hardin-Baylor Crusaders: The Crusaders bring in a 2-2-1 record in 2023 thus far. This will not be the first SCAC opponent for the Crusaders in 2023, as they have played against Texas Luthern, St. Thomas, and Austin College. The Tigers hold a 5-4 record against the Crusaders since 2009, losing the matchup last year 3-2. The Tiger defense will look to stop junior forward Ethan Dacaret, who leads the team with three goals.
 
On the Concordia University Tornadoes: The Tornadoes have struggled thus far in 2023, holding a 1-4-1 record. The Tornadoes had a breakout game in their previous match, notching three goals against Millsaps. The Tigers hold a 2-0 record against Concordia, taking last year's match with a 3-0 victory. The Tigers will be looking to score on the Tornado goalkeepers, who have a 1.33 goals-against average. 
 
Looking Ahead: Conference Time
 
The Tigers open up their 2023 conference schedule on the road against Southwestern University on Friday, September 29th, and then travel to Seguin to take on Texas Lutheran University on Sunday, October 1st.