TERRE HAUTE, Ind. – Belmont University Women's Soccer recorded their fifth shutout of the season in 0-0 draw against Indiana State to open conference play Friday night.
Women's Soccer was the first team in Belmont history to compete in a Missouri Valley competition.
"I'm proud of the mindset the ladies brought tonight. They recognized the start of The Valley play and were prepared both mentally and physically." Said Head Coach
Heather Henson.
The Bruins (2-1-4) have not allowed a goal in the past 360 minutes of play. Belmont fought hard against Indiana State (0-5-2) to ensure the Sycamores remained scoreless.
Goalie,
Sarah Doyle tallied six saves against the Sycamore's 10 shots.
Belmont produced four shots from
Addy Pitts,
Maci Pekmezian, Leah Firson, and
Shae Doherty. Firsdon had the first shot of the match in the eighth minute. The Bruins battled hard with their final shot of the match coming from Pitts in the 88
th minute.
The Bruins tallied seven corner kicks with their tactical offensive play.
"We had really great moments where we were composed on the ball that produced our attack. Looking forward we have to be more consistent with those moments." Said Coach Henson.
Belmont remains unbeaten since August 28.
"We are going to take it game by game; we are in the moment and prepared for the moment." Said Coach Henson on continuing conference play.
Up Next: The Bruins will take on familiar foe Murray State in Murray, Kentucky Thursday, September 22.
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