Liberty University
4-1-1, 0-0-0
Richmond
1-3-1, 0-0-0
| Team | 1 | 2 | Final F |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Richmond | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Herman Scores Game-Winner on the Road at Richmond
9/4/2022 5:45:44 PM | Women's Soccer
Liberty picked up its third straight win as the Lady Flames defeated Richmond, 1-0, on the road as Liberty’s Bridie Herman scored in the 79th minute. Liberty improves to 4-1-1 on the season.
Scoring Summary
79’ – LIBERTY – Bridie Herman (Unassisted)
Turning Point
Despite outshooting Richmond 12-7, Liberty was unable to convert any shots into goals until the 79th minute when Bridie Herman scored off a throw in to give Liberty the win. Liberty’s backline did a good job keeping pressure off goalkeeper Ainsley Leja as she only had to make three saves throughout the 90 minutes of action.
Key Stats & Notes
- Ainsley Leja recorded her fourth shutout of the season.
- Leja recorded three saves.
- Bridie Herman scored her first goal of her career.
- Liberty outshot Richmond 12-7.
- Liberty had seven shots on goal while holding Richmond to three.
- Liberty had 10 players attempt a shot.
- Liberty attempted five corner kicks.
Thoughts from Head Coach Lang Wedemeyer
“This was another gritty win for the team. It was not the best soccer we played all season but it's great that they're finding ways to get results and build confidence from there.”
Up Next
Liberty will continue its three-game road trip next week when the Lady Flames travel to face Penn State and Pitt. Liberty will begin its road trip against Penn State on Thursday, Sept. 8, at 7 p.m. and can be seen on Big Ten Plus.
Team Stats
Bridie Herman (1)
GOAL by LIB Herman, Bridie.
78:12
