Women’s Soccer fall short in tight AAC Matchup versus Milligan

ELIZABETHTON, Tenn. (Sept. 17, 2022) - The Point University women's soccer team traveled to Milligan University for an Appalachian Athletic Conference matchup and fell 1-0. 

The tight matchup started with both teams being aggressive on the offensive end by taking a few quick shots on goal to start the match. Although the strategy for the offense was strong by both respective opponents, both teams stood their ground on defense, and the game remained scoreless going into the half. 

Coming into the second half, both teams continued their discipline on defense by not allowing either opponent to get the upper hand. Milligan would finally score the first goal of the game to take the lead 1-0. After that goal, the Skyhawks would take three more shots at goal as the match neared the ending but would not be able to capitalize on the scoring opportunities. 

In the box 

Despite the loss, the Skyhawks controlled most of the match, as Point outshot the Buffaloes 18-8. Brooke Wiseley, Chiara Zaccagnino, Morgan Pent and Keely McGuffin each took a shot on goal. Erica Burkhardt made four saves for the Skyhawks at goalie.  

Up Next 

The Skyhawks will return to action at River Bowl Stadium for an AAC matchup against Tennessee Wesleyan University on Wednesday, Sept. 21. Kickoff is scheduled for 3:00 p.m.