SAN ANTONIO, Texas – The University of the Incarnate Word women's soccer team played most of the first half in the Stephen F. Austin zone, but the Ladyjacks scored three times in 12 minutes for a 3-0 halftime lead and a 4-0 victory over the Cardinals Friday afternoon from Benson Stadium.
HOW IT HAPPENED
Despite the pressure, the Cardinals (2-12-0, 1-8-0 SLC) could not muster any attack, as SFA (10-6-0, 7-2-0) outshot the hosts, 6-2, in the first half.
Ladyjack leading scorer, Hanna Barker, started the scoring in the 33
rd minute, as she received a pass from Sophia Fondren for a breakaway. The other two SFA goals – from Kennedy Rose and Chloe Fowler – came off corner kicks. SFA held a 5-2 advantage in corners in the half and 9-3 in the match.
In the 58
th minute, Sabrina Sergovina received a nice pass from Michaela Mencacci for a 4-0 lead.
LEADERS
Brooke Hanson had UIW's lone shot on goal.
Sydney Huntsinger took the loss as she made two saves in 73:45.
Katrina Buck played the remaining 16:15 and made a great save.
Barker led all players with four shots, while she and Carli Arthurs registered two shots on goal. Allyson Smith earned the win in goal with one save.
UP NEXT
UIW continues its home stand against Sam Houston in a crucial Southland Conference matchup Sunday at 11 a.m.
STAY TUNED
The Cardinals conclude the regular season hosting Abilene Christian next Friday at 7 p.m. on Senior Day.
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