Rollins Stuns No. 1 Florida Tech in Extra-Time Soccer Win
Rollins kept its season alive with a 2-1 overtime upset of top-seeded, No. 19 Florida Tech. Despite playing a man down for the final 24 minutes of regulation and being outshot 21-8, the Tars scored just 18 seconds into overtime to advance.
By the Numbers- Final score: Rollins 2, Florida Tech 1.
- Shots: Florida Tech 21, Rollins 8.
- Shots on goal: Rollins 6, Florida Tech 5.
- Rollins’ record: 7-6-3; Florida Tech’s: 9-4-4.
Florida Tech controlled much of the attack and tied the game with nine minutes left, while Rollins had to defend a man down after Jayden Fernandez received a straight red card. The Tars stayed organized and made their few chances count.
What's NextRollins faces fifth-seeded Lynn in Boca Raton on Thursday, Nov. 5, with kickoff scheduled for 6 p.m. The Tars lost 3-0 to Lynn in their September matchup.
Bottom LineRollins advanced by outlasting the tournament’s top seed, then striking immediately in overtime—a statement win built on resilience and clinical finishing.
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