Washington and Lee Defeats Averett in Soccer Match
The No. 19 Generals secured a 4-0 win against Averett University to close the 2026 men's soccer season.
Updated on Oct. 29, 2026 in Soccer
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Washington and Lee University defeated Averett University 4-0 in a men's soccer match in Danville. The game remained tied 0-0 until the second half, when the visiting Generals pulled away to secure the victory.
Why it matters
The result marks the conclusion of a difficult 2026 campaign for Averett University, which failed to secure a win throughout the season. For Washington and Lee, the win serves as a final push to bolster their standing in the ODAC.
Averett University concluded their season with an 0-14 record, including an 0-9 mark in ODAC play. The No. 19 Washington and Lee Generals finished their regular season with an 11-2-3 overall record and a 4-1-3 conference standing.
The players
Rowan Sellars
He is a player for Washington and Lee who scored the game-winning goal in the 54th minute.
Nicholas Dinoia
He is a goalkeeper who recorded two saves during the first half of the match.
Washington and Lee University
This is a university whose men's soccer team is currently ranked 19th nationally.
Averett University
This is a university based in Danville, Virginia, that serves as the home team for the match.
Michael Milligan
He is a player who attempted a shot that was saved during the first half.
The details
After a scoreless first half that saw two saves from goalkeeper Nicholas Dinoia, the Generals broke the deadlock in the 54th minute when Rowan Sellars scored. Washington and Lee ultimately scored all four of their goals during the second half to seal the win.
Timeline
October 28, 2026
54th minute of the match
Season Trajectory
This match serves as the season finale for both programs as they finalize their standing within the ODAC. The result officially closes the 2026 conference campaign for Averett while capping the regular season for the 19th-ranked Generals.
The 4-0 result confirms an 0-14 winless season for Averett University. Washington and Lee concludes their regular season campaign with a 11-2-3 record and a 4-1-3 standing in the ODAC.
The takeaway
The end of a winless season provides Averett University with a clean slate to begin recruiting and tactical planning for the next year. Meanwhile, Washington and Lee heads into their postseason preparations maintaining a solid 11-2-3 record.
What happens next
Averett University will begin preparations for the next season following the conclusion of this 2026 match.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Martinsville Bulletin.
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