CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. – Austin Peay State University's soccer team fell to Abilene Christian in a 2-1 decision on Senior Day, Sunday, at Morgan Bros. Field.
By the Half
The match began with strong pressure on both teams' front lines, with 19 shots taken in total. Despite many shots, both teams were unable to put the ball in the back of the net. Both goalies did stay busy, each recording three saves in the first half.
Austin Peay opened up the scoring in the second half, as senior defender Anna Drexel dribbled down the left side of the pitch and scored her team-leading third goal of the season in the 52nd minute, with Makai King picking up the assist on the goal. Abilene Christian responded quickly, though, with Addison Briscoe scoring in the 58th minute to tie the game. Then, 17 minutes later, Emma Taylor scored her season's first goal in the 75th minute to pull ahead of the Govs. Austin Peay took three more shots in the remainder of the match, but they were unable to connect, as they ultimately fell 2-1.
Inside The Box Score
- Two Governors, Lindsey Arnold and Megan Waskiewicz, played all 90 minutes.
- Drexel led the offense with her one goal on three shots, which were all on goal.
Up Next
The Govs are back on the road to face Central Arkansas, Thursday, starting at 7 p.m. at the Bill Stephens Soccer Complex in Conway, Arkansas.
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