Greenville, S.C. – Anderson University women's soccer dropped its South Atlantic Conference match, 1-0, against top-tier Carson-Newman on Saturday evening at the Legacy Early College Field.
With the loss, the Trojans fall to 3-3 overall and 1-2 in conference action, while the Eagles move to 5-2 overall and 3-0 in SAC play.
Carson-Newman's Delaney Griffin scored her first career goal, drilling in the cross from Makayla Garner in the 68th minute to help keep the Eagles undefeated in conference action.
The Eagles outshot the Trojans 18(9)-16(6) with Anderson taking five corner kicks to C-N's one.
BETWEEN THE POSTS
AU'S Madison Paige recorded seven saves on the night.
Carson-Newman's Jasmine Rizk was credited with six saves on the evening, earning a clean sheet for the third straight match.
COACH'S CORNER
"Tonight's result was disappointing, but the girls left it all on the field," said head coach Sarah Jacobs. I thought we had a solid performance against a tough competitor. We were not efficient with a few of our chances, and they capitalized on a great opportunity. We will rest up and look forward to Wednesday! "
NEXT UP
Anderson will remain at home when it hosts Coker on Wednesday. Kick-off is slated for 5 p.m.
