Women's Soccer Ends Tie Streak with a Victory Over the Governors

CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. – Belmont University Women's Soccer claimed victory over Austin Peay State University in exciting matchup 1-0 on Thursday, September 8.
 
A quiet first half offensively for the Bruins. The Governors eight shots were no match for the sound defense Belmont possess.
 
The energy on the pitch changed moving into the second half. Both teams switched up to their game plan to promote more chances up top, Belmont's plan prevailed. "I empowered them to take control and recognize the defensive spaces we need to compact and the offensive spaces we have to get into," said Head Coach Henson on her halftime huddle.
 
Compared to the first half Belmont cut the Governor's shot count in half due to the change in strategy. In the Bruins 1-0 victory Belmont recorded two shots, one being the clutch goal by freshman Shae Doherty.
 
After an Austin Peay corner kick, freshman Eliza Paisley had the opportunity to clear. Composed and focused on the pitch Paisley sent a beautiful ball over the Governors' defense. Doherty's speed took her to the ball to blast the it past Austin Peay's goalie in the 81^st minute.
 
The freshman duo recorded their first career assist and goal to give the Bruins their first win since August 18, after a three-game tie streak. "I am so excited for both of them. We defensively won it and got it out to Eliza. She was able to play it right into the space we were looking for, Shae recognized it and got us on the board." Said Head Coach Heather Henson.
 
This week's Missouri Valley Goalkeeper of the week, Sarah Doyle faced 12 shots and produced 4 saves to secure her third consecutive shutout.
 
"We have overcome a lot of adversity in the past couple weeks as well as in this match, trust the process, we did a solid job."
 
Up Next: The Bruins will head to Chattanooga on Sunday, August 11 to face the Mocs. Kickoff is set for 1:00 p.m. CT and will be streamed on ESPN+.
 
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