SENATOBIA, Miss. – The Hinds Community College men's soccer team earned a 2-1 road victory over Northwest Mississippi Community College on Friday night, Oct. 23, behind a two-goal performance from D'neit Chambers.
After a scoreless first half, Chambers broke through in the 49th minute, scoring from 18 yards out to give the Eagles a 1-0 advantage. Hinds maintained its lead as the second half progressed, looking to secure the road victory.
Northwest Mississippi answered in the 80th minute when Osvaldo Macias finished a corner kick assisted by Joseph Jackson to even the score at 1-1.
The Eagles responded quickly. Just under four minutes later, Chambers found the back of the net again, finishing a one-on-one opportunity against the goalkeeper in the 84th minute to put Hinds back in front, 2-1. The goal proved to be the difference as Hinds held on for the victory.
Chambers led the Eagles offensively with four shots, including two on goal, and accounted for both of Hinds' goals. Juan Paredas-Montaño added two shots, while Nicholas Baker and Quade Hollingsworth each recorded two and three shots, respectively.
Goalkeeper Bray Wilson played all 90 minutes for Hinds, finishing with four saves while allowing one goal. The Eagles' defense held firm after Chambers' second goal to preserve the 2-1 win.
Hinds will return to action on Tuesday, October 27th against Jones College at Tom Shepherd Field. Kickoff is set for 4 PM.
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