Lubbock Christian University opened its 2026 campaign with a narrow 2‑1 defeat at the hands of Fort Lewis College, a result that underscores both promise and persistent gaps in the Lady Chaps’ attack.
The visitors struck first in the 16th minute when Addyson Carpentier finished a move set up by Maleia Dayao, catching the home side off guard before they could settle into rhythm.
Goalkeeper Emma Wright answered with a series of sharp saves, notably denying Dayao’s shot in the 26th minute and later repelling Amber Otts’ long free‑kick, keeping the game within reach.
Key Moments in a Tight Contest
Logan Holloway, who had already earned a reputation for clutch finishes, leveled the score in the 35th minute with her second collegiate goal, a strike that followed a game‑winning effort against West Texas A&M the previous season.
Fort Lewis regained the lead in the 60th minute as Carpentier capitalized on a rebound after one of Wright’s saves, a blow that the Lady Chaps could not immediately overturn.
Despite a resilient defensive display that limited Fort Lewis to just two corners, the home team failed to find a second equalizer, with Maya Quinones’ header in the 89th minute being turned away.
Veteran playmaker Lauren Rotan contributed her fourth career assist, highlighting the limited but valuable contributions from the midfield as the squad looks to sharpen its late‑game execution.