Liberty University
0-2-0, 0-0-0
Tennessee Tech
1-1-0, 0-0-0
| Team | 1 | 2 | Final F |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tennessee Tech | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Liberty Falls at Tennessee Tech
8/22/2021 4:37:42 PM | Women's Soccer
Liberty women’s soccer wrapped up its first week of the season on the road against Tennessee Tech on Sunday. For the second straight game, Liberty had to battle from behind as the Golden Eagles’ goal in the first half proved to be the difference maker as the Lady Flames dropped the 1-0 contest at TTU.
Scoring Summary
19’ – TTU– Zhou Giada (Unassisted)
Turning Point
Both teams struggled to get shots on goal in the first half, as the two teams combined to attempt three shots in the first 45 minutes of action. Maddy Oliver came close to scoring Liberty’s first goal of the season in the 12th minute of the game, but Oliver’s attempt would hit the crossbar. Tennessee Tech managed only one shot in the first half, but it proved to be the difference maker as Zhou Giada’s shot gave TTU the 1-0 lead at half. Liberty tried its best to tie the game, outshooting Tennessee Tech 10-2 in the second half but were unable to convert.
Key Stats & Notes
- Liberty outshot TTU 12-3 throughout the game.
- Ainsley Leja made her first collegiate appearance in goal.
- Liberty had six corner kicks.
- McKinley Burkett led the game with four shots.
- Kasey Jamieson attempted three shots with two on goal.
Up Next
Liberty will return to Lynchburg, Va. this upcoming week for its home opener. Liberty will host VCU on Sunday, Aug. 29 at Osborne Stadium. Kickoff is set for 1 p.m. and the match can be seen on ESPN+.
Team Stats
Yao Giada Zhou (1)
GOAL by Tech Giada Zhou, Yao.
18:20
