RedTails Push Through Heavy Weekend in Competitive Road Matches at Iowa Central and Mount Mercy
The RedTails Men's Soccer team had a busy weekend, traveling to Fayette on Saturday, April 11, 2026, and to Cedar Rapids on Sunday, April 12, 2026. They delivered strong, disciplined performances despite a narrow 2–1 and 3-0 loss to Mount Mercy. Hawkeye controlled long stretches of possession, created quality chances, and showed composure against a well‑organized NAIA opponent.
April 11 Results
RedTails 1, Cornell College 0
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Goal: Luke Hobson
RedTails 1, Upper Iowa 1
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Goal: Luke Hobson
Two matches in one day didn't slow the group's momentum. The RedTails displayed their style, discipline, and spring development throughout both contests, earning a win and a draw behind Hobson's sharp finishing.
April 12 Results
Mount Mercy 2, RedTails 1
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RedTails' goal: Luke Hobson, assisted by George Mills
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A competitive matchup against a strong NAIA program, with Hawkeye controlling stretches of play and creating quality chances despite heavy legs from the previous day.
Mount Mercy 3, RedTails (Second Team) 0
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A committed effort from the squad, showing work rate and determination throughout the match.
Coach Jorge Sierra Galeas commented, "The boys had a good performance, just tired legs from two games on Saturday."
