Game Recap: Rhodes vs. Hendrix College
In a thrilling road battle, the Rhodes College men's soccer team battled back for a 3-2 victory over Hendrix on Sept. 6 at Warrior Soccer Field in Conway, Arkansas. The Lynx improved to 2-0-1 on the season after overcoming a second-half deficit and scoring twice in the final 16 minutes to secure the win.
After a scoreless first half, Hendrix took a 1-0 lead in the 58th minute on a penalty kick. Rhodes answered in the 72nd minute when
Matthew Sucato found the back of the net off an assist from
Vincent Stephens, leveling the match at 1-1.
Hendrix regained the advantage in the 78th minute, but the Lynx continued to pressure forward.
Brady Janes equalized in the 84th minute, setting the stage for a dramatic finish. With just 15 seconds remaining,
Luke Grant scored the game-winning goal off an assist from
Evan Holsinger to complete the comeback.
Key Performances
Matthew Sucato scored Rhodes' first goal of the evening, converting a chance in the 72nd minute with an assist from
Vincent Stephens.
Brady Janes provided the second equalizer for the Lynx in the 84th minute, keeping Rhodes within striking distance before the final push.
Senior
Luke Grant delivered the decisive moment, scoring with just 15 seconds remaining in regulation off an assist from
Evan Holsinger to give Rhodes the 3-2 lead.
Game Highlights
Rhodes controlled the offensive statistics throughout the match, outshooting Hendrix 27-7 and holding a 13-4 advantage in shots on goal. The Lynx also earned six corner kicks compared to two for Hendrix.
After Hendrix took a 2-1 lead in the 78th minute, Rhodes responded with two unanswered goals in the final seven minutes of regulation. Janes tied the match at 2-2 before Grant's late strike completed the comeback.
The victory moves Rhodes to 2-0-1 on the season.
Up Next: Rhodes vs Webster University
The Lynx continue the 2026 season with their next matchup against Webster University on September 11.
