Colorado Rapids 2 faced Ventura County FC in a gripping match that ended in a draw, but the club secured an extra point by winning the shootout. The game took place at Ventura County's home ground, where Colorado initially struggled, falling behind early in the eighth minute due to a header from Julian Placias. Despite the setback, the Rapids showed resilience, pressing forward and creating chances throughout the first half. The situation became more challenging for Colorado when they received two red cards in the final ten minutes, leaving them with only nine players on the field. However, in a dramatic turn of events, Chris Aquino scored a stunning equalizer in stoppage time, converting a free kick to push the match into a shootout. The Rapids' goalkeeper, Kendall Starks, made a crucial save during the shootout, allowing Jabari De Coteau to clinch the victory for Colorado with a well-placed shot. This win marked the club's first shootout victory of the season, and they will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming match against Portland Timbers 2 at DICK'S Sporting Goods Park on June 20.