Skyhawks blanked at home in AAC play

WEST POINT, Ga. (Sept. 28, 2022) - The Point University women's soccer team returned to the field under River Bowl lights for an Appalachian Athletic Conference matchup at home against Reinhardt University and was shutout 3-0.  

The Eagles came into the matchup with a plan to attack offense, starting the match with some quick shots on the net. Reinhardt continued their plan to execute with a quick goal on the Skyhawks to bring the lead 1-0. Point's defense stood tall for the rest of the half by not allowing the Eagles to pick any other momentum on the scoreboard going into the half. 

The second half started fast for the Eagles as Aryn Parrish scored a goal to extend the lead to 2-0 for Reinhardt. Point looked to find answers on offense but was unable to push through the strong-willed defense from the Eagles. Reinhardt added fuel to the fire with their final goal of the match to bring their lead to 3-0. As the final half of play went on, Point looked to find a spark on offense by taking advantage of any mistakes they could force on Reinhardt. The Skyhawks would be able to move the needle as they were held scoreless when the final buzzer sounded. 

In the box 

Reinhardt outshot Point 21-3, with the Skyhawks taking all three shots on goal. Keiry Bonilla took one shot, and Tamia Jones added two shots on goal. Erica Burkhardt tallied seven saves for the Skyhawks in the match. 

Up next 

Point will make a quick turnaround for a Friday afternoon showdown in AAC play against Bryan College Friday, Sept. 30. Kickoff is scheduled for 2:00 p.m.