ANDERSON, S.C. – Anderson University women's soccer (1-0) opened its 2022 campaign with a convincing, 4-0, win over nonconference opponent Shaw (0-1) on Thursday evening at Spero Financial Field.
"I am very happy with the team effort and energy tonight," boasted head coach Sarah Jacobs. "We did a great job of finishing chances and executing set pieces. We look forward to building on this performance."
The Trojans relentless offensive pressure from the opening kick-off finally paid dividends in the second half of action with Anderson scoring a flurry of goals to put away Shaw.
Anderson outshot the Lady Bears 11-1 in the first half of play, scoring a goal in the 31st minute of action. Freshman Camryn Woods finished off a full field pass from classmate Carly Keuffer to score the first goal of the season and first of Woods career as a Trojan.
The second half saw more solid play from the Black and Gold making the most of their offensive chances. Junior Emma Deadwyler punched in the pass from Keuffer in the 47th minute, after a scramble in front of the goal, as did junior Kristen Cole in the 52nd minute. Just two minutes later (54:20), Woods capped off her second career goal for the Trojans to put the match out of reach.
For the match Anderson outshot Shaw 23-5 with 13 of AU's shots coming on goal.
Shaw's Olivia Ankrom played all 90 minutes between the post, recording nine saves on the evening.
Anderson shared the duties in the goal with senior Jeanette Campbell earning the win after starting the match. Sophomore Macy McDufford recorded one save in 35 minutes of play, while junior Victoria McGovern finished the night in goal with one save in 10 minutes of action.
The Black and Gold travel to nonconference opponent North Georgia (Peach Belt Conference) on Saturday. Kick-off is slated for 5 pm.
