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Top Moments Of 2025-26: Rafael Reno’s Match-Winning Goal Against Clayton State

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Men's Soccer | June 17, 2026

AIKEN, S.C. – USCA had many thrilling moments throughout the action-packed 2025-26 season. On the diamond, on the court, on the course, on the pitch and on the links, PacerSports.com will highlight an unforgettable moment from each team.

Sitting at 1-1-1 on the season entering a Wednesday afternoon match against Clayton State, head coach Nick Sakiewicz was looking for his first career victory over the Lakers.

Trailing 1-0 entering the second period, the Pacers pushed forward while the defense continued to stand tall. 

In the 66th minute, Rafael Reno found Frankie Martinez, knotting the score at 1-1. Just 11 minutes later, Reno promptly blasted a shot past the keeper for what turned out to be the match-winning score. 

During the final 14 minutes of the contest, Sakiewicz's squad was even better on defense. The team did not allow a shot on target – and only one of the three went unblocked. That attempt sailed high of the frame as time expired, sending the Pacers to the outstanding win. 

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Players Mentioned

Frankie Martinez

#13 Frankie Martinez

D
5' 10"
Junior
Rafael Reno

#21 Rafael Reno

MF
6' 0"
Senior

Players Mentioned

Frankie Martinez

#13 Frankie Martinez

5' 10"
Junior
D
Rafael Reno

#21 Rafael Reno

6' 0"
Senior
MF