DANVILLE, Va. — Averett University's men's soccer team pushed No. 19 Washington and Lee but ultimately fell 4-0 in Wednesday night's match.
Averett (0-14, 0-9 ODAC) concluded its season with a valiant effort against one of the top teams in the country.
The Cougars had No. 19 Washington and Lee (11-2-3, 4-1-3 ODAC) tied 0-0 at halftime. It was just the fifth time all season the Generals had failed to hold a first-half lead.
Freshman
Michael Milligan recorded a shot on goal in the first half that would have given Averett the lead, but it was saved by goalkeeper Miles Furman.
Averett's defense held strong in front of freshman goalkeeper
Nicholas Dinoia, who recorded two saves to keep the Generals scoreless in the first half.
Freshman
Gabriel Fore recorded the Cougars' second shot on goal of the game in the second half.
The Generals broke through in the 54th minute with a goal by Rowan Sellars, sparking a four-goal second half that proved to be the difference.
With the 2026 season concluded, Averett, head coach Bradley Bizzell, and assistant coach Daryl Goods will turn their attention to next season as the Cougars look to continue building for success.
