BECKLEY, W.Va. — WVU Tech Rocket League Gold earned a strong 4-2 match victory over UT Knoxville Wednesday night in NECC play inside the Golden Bear Esports Lab.
The Golden Bears jumped out to a quick lead in the series, winning the first three games before UT Knoxville responded. WVU Tech regrouped and closed the match in Game Six to secure the win.
Game One – WVU Tech 1, UT Knoxville 0
The opening game featured a defensive battle with few scoring chances. WVU Tech broke through for the lone goal of the match while holding UT Knoxville scoreless.
WVU Tech stats
- FARGO: 1 goal, 1 save, 3 shots
- Mune: 0 goals, 1 assist, 3 saves, 1 shot
- Kase: 0 goals, 2 saves
Game Two – WVU Tech 3, UT Knoxville 1
The Golden Bears found their offensive rhythm in Game Two. WVU Tech built a lead and maintained pressure throughout to move ahead 2-0 in the series.
WVU Tech stats
- FARGO: 1 goal, 2 assists, 1 save, 5 shots
- Mune: 1 goal, 1 assist, 1 save, 4 shots
- Kase: 1 goal, 1 save, 1 shot
Game Three – WVU Tech 6, UT Knoxville 0
WVU Tech delivered its most dominant performance of the night in Game Three, controlling possession and creating numerous scoring opportunities while shutting out UT Knoxville.
WVU Tech stats
- FARGO: 3 goals, 1 assist, 1 save, 6 shots
- Mune: 2 goals, 2 assists, 2 saves, 5 shots
- Kase: 1 goal, 1 assist, 1 save, 1 shot
Game Four – UT Knoxville 3, WVU Tech 0
UT Knoxville responded with a strong defensive effort in Game Four, limiting WVU Tech's chances and earning its first win of the series.
WVU Tech stats
- FARGO: 0 goals, 1 save, 4 shots
- Mune: 0 goals, 1 save, 3 shots
- Kase: 0 goals, 1 save
Game Five – UT Knoxville 4, WVU Tech 3
UT Knoxville kept the pressure on in Game Five, edging the Golden Bears in a close contest to extend the match.
WVU Tech stats
- FARGO: 1 goal, 1 assist, 2 saves, 6 shots
- Mune: 1 goal, 1 assist, 1 save, 6 shots
- Kase: 1 goal, 1 assist, 1 save, 1 shot
Game Six – WVU Tech 5, UT Knoxville 1
WVU Tech closed the series with a strong offensive performance, scoring five goals to secure the 4-2 match victory.
WVU Tech stats
- FARGO: 1 goal, 1 assist, 1 save, 3 shots
- Mune: 2 goals, 1 assist, 1 save, 4 shots
- Kase: 1 goal, 1 assist, 1 save, 3 shots
Match Totals (UT Knoxville Series)
Season Totals (Rocket League Gold)
Record: 2-3
Wins
- Mary Washington 4-0
- UT Knoxville 4-2
What's Next
WVU Tech Rocket League Gold returns to action Wednesday, March 18 at 8:30 p.m. when the Golden Bears face the University of South Carolina inside the Golden Bear Esports Lab.
