Women’s Soccer Set for Road Match Against Missouri State

 
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. - - Belmont women's soccer (1-5-4, 0-0-2 MVC) prepares for their first MVC road contest Sunday afternoon against Missouri State (6-1-3), 1-0-1 MVC). The match begins at 1 p.m. CT, from Betty and Bobby Allison South Stadium. Fans can watch the action on ESPN+, or follow live stats at BelmontBruins.com.
 
The Bruins have earned two scoreless draws to start conference play against Indiana State and Murray State. Missouri State, the reigning MVC Tournament Champions, were projected to finish first in the conference, and are fresh off a victory over Illinois State, 4-1.
 
What's Bruin

• Belmont travels to Missouri State for their first MVC match of the season.
• The Bruins are 2-0-1 in their first conference road match in the last three seasons.
• Sarah Doyle has 11 saves through two conference matches. Her season total of 65 saves leads the conference. She also ranks sixth in the nation in that category.
• Leah Firsdon leads the team with eight shots with six on goal. She also scored one goal.
• Maci Pekmezian leads the team with two goals and eight points.

Scouting the Bears

• The Bears are 3-0-2 at home this season.
• Camielle Day was recently named MVC Goalkeeper of the Week for the second time this season.
• Gracie English's four goals it a team high and ranks sixth in the conference.
• Through 10 matches, Missouri State ranks second in the MVC in shots (130), goals (16), and assists (18).
• Missouri State is ranked in the United Soccer Coaches Midwest top-10.

Matchup History

• Belmont is 1-3 all-time against Missouri State.
• The Bears won 2-0 in last year's match in Nashville, Tenn.

Up Next
Belmont will return home on Thursday, Sept. 28, against Illinois State. Kickoff from E.S. Rose Park is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. CT. The match will be broadcasted on ESPN+, with live stats on BelmontBruins.com.
 
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