Cam Wilkerson Scores First Pro Goal to Send New Mexico United to Playoffs

New Mexico United secured a victory on Sunday, securing a spot in the USL Championship playoffs for the seventh time in eight seasons. Cam Wilkerson scored the decisive goal from outside the box in the late stages of the match.

Cam Wilkerson Scores First Professional Goal

The winning strike marked the first professional goal of Wilkerson’s career. The Cal Berkeley alumnus described the decisive moment simply.

“Sometimes you just close your eyes and hit it hard,” a gleeful Wilkerson remarked. “It felt good I caught it right and luckily I got it.”

Cam Wilkerson

The strike earned consideration as a goal of the week candidate. The score propelled New Mexico into the lead for good.

Greg Hurst Closes in on Club Record

Greg Hurst opened the scoring for New Mexico in the fifth minute of the match. The early strike brings the Scottish forward to 37 career goals in all competitive matches for the Black and Yellow.

Hurst now sits just one goal away from tying Chris Wehan’s club record of 38 total goals. Wehan established the milestone during his tenure with the organization.

Charlie Dennis Controls the Pitch

United’s victory was anchored by the performance of Charlie Dennis. Dennis arrived earlier this season on a loan from Phoenix Rising.

Dennis set up Hurst’s opening goal while creating three chances during the contest. He also won 90 percent of all duels and maintained a 74 percent pass accuracy rate.

Monterey Bay FC Match on October 10

The Black and Yellow return to RGCU Field at Isotopes Park on Saturday, October 10, to face Monterey Bay FC for Blackout Night. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 PM, with tickets available at Seatgeek.com.