The Switchbacks’ offense may have taken center stage last week, but their defense was dominant Saturday.

After Colorado Springs scored the only goal of the match in the 26th minute, the Switchbacks held on for a majority of the contest to claim a 1-0 victory in their Prinx Tires USL Cup opener against Phoenix Rising FC in Arizona.

The defensive performance is a 180 from earlier in the season, when Colorado Springs conceded late goals in several matches. Now, the Switchbacks have allowed just three scores in their last four games across all competitions.

Colorado Springs keeper Colin Shutler finished with three saves.

Defender Isaiah Foster’s second goal for Colorado Springs this year is likely one he won’t forget.…