George Mason defeats George Washington in soccer

George Mason secured a 1-0 victory over George Washington in an Atlantic 10 men's soccer match. Senior midfielder Montava Ortega scored the decisive goal in the 53rd minute with a 30-yard strike into the upper right corner.

The match featured significant defensive play, including a penalty save by George Mason goalkeeper Angel Hernandez in the first half. George Washington had opportunities to equalize late in the game, but a shot hit the crossbar in the 82nd minute.