Athens Turns Away Late Towanda Comeback Bid

By: Tim Taylor  /  October 8, 2026  /  Photo: Tim Taylor

ATHENS - The first time the Athens and Towanda boys soccer teams met this season, the Wildcats scored quickly and went on to post a 2-0 NTL victory. This time around, it took Athens a bit longer en route to a 2-1 "Pink Out" game win here Wednesday evening.

"We got the win on a very special night to honor members of our community battling cancer. We always love hosting the annual 'Pink Out' game, and the community support that we get and are glad we could give the fans the win," Athens coach Travis Reynard said.

Patrick Umber found an opening in the Towanda defense with a nice run down the right sideline and deflected a shot off goalkeeper Blaiz Nichols' hands and into the upper portion of the net with 14:32 remaining in the first half.

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