The Waynesburg University Yellow Jackets went on the road on Tuesday to face off against the Allegheny College Gators as the Yellow Jackets fell 2-1, marking their first Presidents’ Athletic Conference loss.

Starting with an early lead in the first, it wasn’t enough. Captain Zachary Johnson scored his ninth goal of the 2025 season in the first half off a corner kick by sophomore Sarpong Kwabiah.

However, momentum shifted late in the first half when Allegheny responded with two quick goals.

Allegheny’s Will Gruca found the back of the net to level the score, and just minutes later, sophomore Arthur Every struck again to put the Gators ahead 2-1 heading into halftime.

 The sudden turnaround stunned the Yellow Jackets and gave Allegheny the edge they needed.

Going into the second half, determined on defense, with both teams relying heavily on their goalkeepers.

Waynesburg’s goalkeeper Deven Patel stood tall between the posts, making four saves to keep them in the match.

On the other end, Allegheny’s goalkeeper Cadan Bennett matched Patel save for save, denying multiple Waynesburg efforts to equalize.

Despite the loss, head coach Treg Lunger remains optimistic and determined to push the team forward.

“The team needs to find more moments of individuality and finish the chances we have created,” Lunger said. “A sharper mentality is required to be productive in this league. We’ll be competing heavily in training the next two days, looking for individuals who can win their moments.”

The Yellow Jackets now turn their attention to another road test against Washington & Jefferson College this Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025. The game is scheduled for 3 p.m.