Women's Soccer Picks Up Fifth Straight Clean Sheet Against Louisiana Christian

Shreveport, Louisiana— In a thrilling soccer match that showcased the dominance of the LSU Shreveport women's soccer team, the Pilots secured their fourth consecutive victory and their fifth consecutive shutout with a resounding 4-0 win over the Louisiana Christian Wildcats. With the win the Pilots improve their conference record to 4-1-2 and an overall record of 6-3-2.

The first half of the game was a tense battle, with both teams giving it their all to gain the upper hand. Despite their best efforts, neither the Pilots nor the Wildcats managed to find the back of the net, and the scoreboard remained deadlocked at 0-0 after the first 45 minutes of play. Possession of the ball was fiercely contested, and both teams showed impressive defensive skills. The Pilots launched just two shots, while the Wildcats managed only one, highlighting the tight defensive struggle.

However, the second half of the game would see the Pilots break free from the deadlock and showcase their offensive prowess. The turning point came in the 47th minute when Alba Martinez capitalized on a miscleared corner kick, volleying the ball into the net with precision to give the Pilots a 1-0 lead.

Just moments later, in the 49th minute, Ameris Taylor further extended the Pilots' advantage. Taylor expertly converted a penalty kick after a foul against Chelsea Brown, making it 2-0 in favor of LSU Shreveport. 

The Pilots continued their onslaught in the 52nd minute when Diana Sanchez found the back of the net with a beautifully placed shot into the bottom right corner. This goal increased their lead to a commanding 3-0. 

As the game progressed, the Pilots remained relentless in their pursuit of victory. In the 70th minute, Dawniella Torres added the final flourish to the scoreline, putting the ball past the Wildcats' goalkeeper and making it 4-0 in favor of LSU Shreveport.

The Pilots' stellar teamwork, precision, and unwavering determination earned them not only their fourth straight win but also their fifth consecutive shutout. The LSU Shreveport women's soccer team's performance was a testament to their skill and commitment. 

The Pilots will be back to action Thursday October 12th as they travel down to Hobbs, New Mexico to take on the Mustangs of the University of Southwest. Kickoff is set for 1:00pm MST.