CLAREMORE, Okla. – The Rogers State men's soccer team suffered a 2-0 loss to West Texas A&M on Thursday (Oct. 5) for the Hillcats' first defeat at Soldier Field this season.

In a physical back-and-forth first half, the score was 0-0 after 45 minutes. Although West Texas held a sizable edge in first half shots, the Hillcats dictated play and held the majority of the possession. Most of the Buffs attempts were long chances off target of the goal. The physical contest already saw two yellow cards in the opening stanza.

The Hillcats had an opportunity late in the first half when Riggie Gonzalez ha...