Bakersfield, Calif., July 18, 2005 – The Brigade traveled to Nevada and took an early 1-0 deficit in the fourth minute of play, but kept their composure and played tough for the remainder of the game and beat the Nevada Wonders 2-1 in Carson City, Nevada.

 

Brigade forward, Lyle Martin, capitalized on a one-on-one opportunity with the Nevada goal keeper and blasted a shot into the net to tie the score at 1-1. This score came in the 14th minute of play, ten minutes after the Wonders scored the opening goal. The Brigade’s 2nd goal came in the 36th minute of lay on a Penalty Kick. Javier Cervantes was fouled inside of the goal keeper’s box, setting up the PK. Brigade Midfielder Jason Das Carter stepped up and put the kick away to give the Brigade the lead 2-1, which ultimately was the deciding score of the game. “The win was big for our team who has struggled all season to finish one out,” stated General Manager Joe Jimenez. “We took twelve guys to play and they showed the desire and will it takes to finish and win” added Jimenez.

 

The Brigade’s record is now 4-8-2. They will travel to La Mirada on Wednesday (7/20) to play the So. California Seahorses (11-3-1). Wrapping up their inaugural season, the Brigade will host California Gold of Modesto (4-9-2) on Saturday July 23. Game time is 7:30pm with gates opening up at 7:00pm. FREE souvenir programs will be handed out at the game.