No. 23 UCCS was eliminated from the RMAC quarterfinals Sunday, falling 4-1 to No. 5 Westminster at Mountain Lion Stadium. Yohann Fila scored UCCS’ lone goal, but Westminster capitalized on turnovers and counterattacks to pull away.

By the Numbers
  • Final score: Westminster 4, UCCS 1.
  • Shots: UCCS 12, Westminster 8.
  • Shots on goal: 6 apiece; corner kicks: UCCS 8, Westminster 2.
  • Fila now has 8 goals and 19 points; Westminster’s Owen Gallo scored twice.
Yes, But

UCCS created more shots and corner kicks and matched Westminster in shots on goal, but the Griffins were more clinical, turning key chances into four goals. The loss also ended UCCS’ eight-game unbeaten streak against Westminster.

What’s Next

UCCS will await its NCAA Division II tournament selection. The selection show is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 9.

Bottom Line

UCCS had the edge in volume, but costly turnovers and Westminster’s finishing decided the quarterfinal. Its postseason hopes now depend on the NCAA selection.