Lions open SAC play at home versus Coker
The Mars Hill women's soccer team (2-2, 0-1 SAC) was defeated by Coker (2-0-2, 1-0 SAC) by a score of 1-0 Saturday afternoon inside Meares Stadium.
| Final | 1 | 2 | T |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coker (2-0-2, 1-0-0) | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Mars Hill (2-2-0, 0-1-0) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
MARS HILL, N.C. - The Mars Hill women's soccer team (2-2, 0-1 SAC) was defeated by Coker (2-0-2, 1-0 SAC) by a score of 1-0 Saturday afternoon inside Meares Stadium.
Following a scoreless half that saw the Lions outshoot Coker 4-3, the Cobras struck in the 68th minute. A Mars Hill foul allowed a free kick for the Cobras where Mila Rausch netted her first of the season, bending the ball inside the far post.
Mars Hill continued to pressure, but were unable to sneak the ball past Sarah Swaim as she collected her fourth straight shutout.
The Lions outshot Coker 8-5 with Marianne Ross leading Mars Hill with two shots. Rausch led Coker with two shot attempts.
The Lions return to the pitch on Wednesday, September 14 when they host Francis Marion. Kickoff is set for 5 p.m.
Team Stats
Coker
| Game Statistics | Coker | Mars Hill |
|---|---|---|
| Shots (on goal) | 5 (1) | 8 (1) |
| Saves | 1 | 0 |
| Fouls | 10 | 4 |
| Corner Kicks | 3 | 2 |
| Offsides | 1 | 1 |
