West Texas A&M’s men’s soccer team kicked off its season in dominant fashion, posting a 4‑0 shutout against the Adams State Grizzlies at The Pitch in Canyon, Texas. The victory improves the Buffs to 3‑0‑0 in the all‑time series against Adams State and extends their season‑opener record to 26‑5‑4.
Junior forward Myles Taylor was the offensive catalyst, contributing two goals and an assist for a total of three points, while senior midfielder Felix Casas added a goal and two assists, also finishing with three points. Freshman Alon Ben Ami capped the scoring with his first collegiate goal in the 89th minute, sealing the win.
Defensive Mastery and Shot Volume
The Buffs limited the Grizzlies to a clean sheet while generating 19 shots, 15 of which landed on target. The team also out‑shot Adams State in corners and overall shot attempts, underscoring a balanced attack and a backline that held firm throughout.
Early in the match, Damron Atkins opened the scoring in the 30th minute with a header off a cross, and Oumar Berete doubled the lead just after halftime in the 48th minute with a header from a corner kick. Both goals came from set‑piece situations that the team executed with precision.
Five different players recorded their first career points for the program, highlighting the depth of talent on the roster. While D'Jonte Davis, Renson Jr. Sayers, Ben Scotford and Octavio Estrada‑Vazquez created several quality chances, they were unable to convert them into goals.
Looking Ahead
With a 17‑4‑1 record at home and a perfect start to the season, the Buffs enter the remainder of the schedule with confidence. Head coach Bryan Amezcua praised the collective effort, noting that the blend of veteran leadership and fresh contributions positions the team for a strong campaign.
The next test will be a road matchup against a yet‑to‑be‑announced opponent, but the early signs suggest that West Texas A&M’s blend of offensive firepower and defensive solidity could make them a contender in the Lone Star conference.