MORROW, Ga. – The Clayton State University Women's Soccer team hosted the Middle Georgia State University Knights this Saturday afternoon. The Lakers shutout the Knights, 1-0.
The opening half was evenly matched, with both teams creating chances and testing each other early. In the 15th minute, the Lakers broke through when
Karley Perry sent a clean cross to
Amiah Sprunger-Hightower, who knocked it in to put Clayton State up 1–0. The goal gave the Lakers momentum as they tightened up defensively and controlled the pace of play. Goakeeper
Rubie Kelley came up with three big saves, including a key stop in the 28th minute, helping the Lakers take their lead into halftime.
Halftime: Clayton State 1, Middle Georgia State 0
The second half stayed competitive as both teams traded possessions and pushed for control. The Knights worked to even the score, but the Lakers defense stayed composed and steady. Goalkeeper
Claire Smith came through with two strong saves in the 67th and 74th minutes to protect the Lakers advantage. The Lakers demonstrated consistent teamwork and focus, Clayton State closed out the game to secure the win.
QUICK HITS
- The Lakers outshot the Knights, 11-8, including 6-2 in the second half.
- Kelley made three saves while Smith finished with two.
- Kelley picked up her first career Laker victory in net.
- Sprunger-Hightower scored her second goal of the week and third of the season.
- Perry assisted on her second goal of the season which leads the team.
- The Lakers have won two straight and swept the week.
WHAT'S NEXT?
The Lakers (3-5-1 (2-3 PBC)) host the Cougars of Columbus State for TYSA Youth and Breast Cancer Awareness Night on Wednesday, October 8
th at 6 p.m. Please visit claytonstatesports.com for more information on all things CSU women's soccer.
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