Ash Phillips Assistant Coach | Southern Illinois University Athletics Website
Ash Phillips Assistant Coach | Southern Illinois University Athletics Website
The Southern Illinois University women's soccer team secured their first win of the season with a 1-0 victory over Southeast Missouri State. The match, held in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, marked SIU's first win after two previous draws.
SIU started strong in the first half, recording seven shots. Ashlyn Henrie had the best scoring opportunity in the 24th minute, but her shot hit the post. Both teams were evenly matched in saves, shots on goal, and corner kicks during the first half.
In the second half, SIU maintained its dominance on the field with several attempts at goal. The breakthrough came in the 64th minute when Avery Smith and Dana Cruz set up Sophia Schlicklin for a decisive score.
"I thought we went deep and then scored. We had to shift a number of players and created a great goal, a great delivery from Avery Smith, Dana with the lead off and Sophie with a great finish," head coach Graeme Orr commented.
The Salukis continued to pressure throughout both halves, tallying 11 total shots. Goalkeeper Fabiana Solano made three saves to secure SIU's lead.
"Delighted to get the win, delighted to still be undefeated in the season," Orr added.
SIU's next match is against IU Indy at home on Sunday, August 25, 2024, at 1 p.m.
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