Paul Quinn Men’s Soccer Rallies Past Jarvis Christian in Season Opener, 4–3
DALLAS, TX — August 23, 2025 In a dramatic season-opening thriller at home, Paul Quinn College overcame a two-goal deficit to defeat Jarvis Christian University, 4–3, on Saturday afternoon. The match was defined by momentum swings, key saves, and a hat trick from junior forward Frankie Oviedo, who led the Tigers to victory.
Jarvis Christian struck early, stunning the hosts with a goal straight from kickoff. Julia Doprey, assisted by Carlos Montenegro, put the Bulldogs ahead just seconds into the match. Jarvis doubled the lead in the 14th minute when Doprey struck again, this time set up by defender Christian Gonzalez, silencing the Dallas crowd.
Paul Quinn clawed back late in the first half. In the 43rd minute, Oviedo opened his account, finishing a clever setup from Bienvenie Bisimwa to pull the Tigers within 2–1 at the break.
The second half began with more pressure from Jarvis Christian, and Montenegro extended the Bulldogs' advantage to 3–1 in the 50th minute with a solo effort. But Paul Quinn responded with resilience.
Oviedo converted a penalty kick in the 66th minute, then found the equalizer in the 79th minute off an assist from Charlie Fisher, completing his hat trick and turning the match into a deadlock. The decisive blow came in the 86th minute, when Amado Garcia slotted home the game-winner after another perfectly timed assist from Bisimwa, sealing the 4–3 comeback win.
Both teams displayed relentless attacking energy: Jarvis Christian recorded 17 shots to Paul Quinn's 12, but the Tigers were far more efficient, putting 11 of their 12 attempts on target. Goalkeeper Andrew Martinez anchored the victory for Paul Quinn with six saves, including several crucial stops in the closing minutes.
Jarvis Christian's Juan Weachuiga managed just three saves against the Tigers' relentless second-half attack.
Discipline played a role in the contest, with both sides picking up multiple cautions. Jarvis Christian also suffered a first-half ejection that left them shorthanded for much of the match.
The win marks a statement start for Paul Quinn, who showcased grit, composure, and attacking depth in front of their home crowd. With Oviedo in top form and Garcia adding firepower, the Tigers head into their next match carrying strong momentum.