FAYETTE, Iowa – The University of Indianapolis women's soccer team has returned to the win column, handing GLVC-newcomer Upper Iowa a 2-0 loss in Fayette, Iowa. The Greyhounds tallied a goal in both 45-minute periods for their first GLVC-conference victory since Sept. 24.
Mia Winters, the freshman from Indianapolis, achieved a significant career milestone by netting her first goal during her Greyhound tenure in the 61st minute.
Stephanie Brady also found the mark, striking from close range in the first half to notch her third goal of the season.
INS & OUTS
The Hounds' offense came alive early as they mounted their first attack in the second minute with a shot on goal by Natalie Lograsso. They didn't let up, firing eight more shots in the first half. The standout moment came from Brady who, after having her shot blocked, promptly returned it into the net for the first Greyhound goal.
The Greyhound defense, fresh off a first-half shutout, continued to stymie the Peacocks early in the second period.
Rochelle Maxson intercepted a midfield pass and sent it upfield where some slick passing by
Sarah Wegener and
Emma Lopp found Brady out on the wing, who took a powerful shot, being saved by the Peacock keeper. Despite the save, Winters was in the right spot at the right time to chip it in for the milestone and the second goal for the Hounds.
The Hounds did not let up with their two-goal lead, sending four more shots out, but with none finding the net. Nonetheless, they clinched their third GLVC win of the season.
MORE NOTES
This contest marks the first time the Greyhounds and the Upper Iowa Peacocks have faced off since 2006, when the Hounds secured a 3-0 win in Indianapolis. UIndy now leads the all-time series 2-0 and stands at 1-0 in the new Peacock x GLVC era.
INSIDE THE BOX
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Sabrina Shaw, making her third Greyhound start in net, recorded her first UIndy clean sheet, making four saves in the process.
- The Hounds offense was relentless, taking 18 shots total, 10 of which on goal.
- Corners were a strong presence for the Hounds, taking seven, which is the season best for the squad.
UP NEXT
The Greyhounds' extended road trip continue as they head south to Kirksville, Mo., to face the Truman State Bulldogs in the battle of the dawgs. Truman and UIndy will square off on October 22 at 1 p.m.
