Switchbacks FC Fall 2-0 to Locomotive FC on Saturday Night

May 4, 2019 - United Soccer League Championship (USL)
Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC News Release

Colorado Springs, CO - The Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC were defeated 2-0 by El Paso Locomotive FC on Saturday night in front of 3,883 fans at Weidner Field.

Coming off of the bye weekend, the Switchbacks were looking to get back on track in their first ever meeting against league newcomers El Paso Locomotive FC. The Switchbacks had a couple of opportunities in the first half but were unable to convert as the sides went into the break deadlocked at zeroes. El Paso came out of the gate strong when Jerome Kiesewetter slotted his shot in the near post just 23 seconds into the second half. El Paso doubled their lead ten minutes later when Kiesewetter scored his second of the game by getting behind the Switchbacks' backline and calmly finishing past Clint Irwin to finish off the game for the visitors.

"We're frustrated in the overall performance. First half we don't think it was terrible. I think there are definitely things we could've done a little bit better. But going in nil-nil at half and having some chances, we should've been a little bit more positive," said Switchbacks midfielder, Jordan Schweitzer. "I think overall, 'frustration' is a really good word to sum up today."

The Switchbacks are back on the road to face the Las Vegas Lights FC on May 11th. The Switchbacks return to Weidner Field on Wednesday, May 15th to face either FC Denver or Midland-Odessa Sockers FC in the second round of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup. The next home league game for the Switchbacks is on Saturday, May 18th when New Mexico United comes to town on vuvuzela giveaway night to the first 500 fans in attendance, courtesy of General Dynamics. Full 16oz beers will be available for $1 for the first 30 minutes after gates open at 5:00 PM. Tickets start at just $12 and are available HERE. For the price of a Switchbacks ticket and 2-5 beers, it is cheaper than buying 2-5 beers at a bar or restaurant.

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