Athens, TN - The CIU women's soccer team hit the road this weekend as they traveled to Athens TN, to battle the bulldogs of Tennessee Wesleyan. The Rams looked to bounce back after a tough loss to Truett McConnel on Wednesday, allowing two goals against the reigning AAC champions. However, the Bulldogs proved to much for CIU after 90 minutes.
Key Plays
First Half:
- Tennessee Wesleyan jumped out to a one-goal lead in the 15th minute after a score from Chloe Rootes.
- CIU goalkeeper Nadia Threatt made a big save against Elisa Piquero to avoid her team going down 2-0 before halftime.
Second Half
- Tennessee Wesleyan ran out to a 2-0 lead early in the second half after a header from Natalie Feaster in the 45th minute.
- CIU goalkeeper Nadia Threatt made back to back saves in the early goings, keeping her team alive early in the second half.
- The Rams had several chances to capitalize but were unable to convert any chances.
- The Bulldogs would cap off their victory by scoring a late goal at the three-second mark to win the game by 3-0 score.
Key Players:
CIU Goal Keeper Nadia Threatt
- Threatt kept her team in the game by tallying five saves.
TWU Midfielder - Chloe Rootes
- Rootes contributed one goal and two assists to her teams win.
Up Next:
The Rams are looking to bounce back at Montreat College next Wednesday at 5 PM.