MISENHEIMER, N.C. – The Shaw University women's soccer team turned in a dominant performance Friday afternoon, earning a 6-0 shutout victory over Pfeiffer University at Lefko-Mills Field. With the win, the Lady Bears improve to 1-1-1 on the season, while the Falcons drop to 0-3.
First-Half Breakthrough
Shaw controlled possession early, creating multiple chances before breaking through in the 21st minute. Abigail Harrison netted her second goal of the year off an assist from Lorena Gonzalez, giving the Lady Bears a 1-0 advantage they carried into halftime.
Offensive Explosion in the Second Half
The Lady Bears erupted for five goals after the break to put the game out of reach:
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Thea Schillaci tallied her first goal of the season in the 55th minute, set up by Harrison.
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Joseline Becerra added her first collegiate goal at the 77th minute, assisted by Amelia Segdwick.
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Just two minutes later, Julissa Martinez found the back of the net, with Michelle Pagoada Velazquez providing the helper.
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In the 81st minute, Annika Huder converted from close range after a feed from Martinez.
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Johanna Lillja capped the scoring spree in the 84th minute, finishing a pass from Ashley Paredes.
Defensive Stand and Goalkeeping
Shaw's back line limited Pfeiffer to just three total shots and one on goal. Goalkeepers Olivia Ankrom and Kadence Miller combined for the clean sheet, with Ankrom recording the lone save in the first half. The shutout marks the Lady Bears' second of the young season.
By the Numbers
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Shaw outshot Pfeiffer 24-3, including a 15-1 advantage in shots on target.
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The Lady Bears finished with six different goal scorers and six different players credited with assists.
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The match drew an attendance of 125 fans at Pfeiffer's Lefko-Mills Field.
The Lady Bears return to action on Sunday, Sept. 14, when they host West Virginia Tech in their home opener at 1 p.m. inside Durham County Memorial Stadium. Fans are encouraged to arrive early for a special national championship ring ceremony honoring last season's USCAA national title team.