HOUSTON, TX— The St. Thomas women's soccer team lost 1–0 in a close game against Texas Lutheran University at SaberCats Stadium. Both defenses played well early, keeping the game tied 0–0 through halftime. With the result, UST moves to 4–6–2 overall and 2–1–0 in SCAC play.
Texas Lutheran created more chances in the second half, putting five shots on goal in the final period. The winning goal came in the 74th minute (73:54) when Natalia Cortez scored to put Texas Lutheran ahead 1–0.
UST tried to tie the game late, with Joselin Cardentey shooting on goal in the 75th minute. However, Texas Lutheran goalkeeper Alysa Marquez made the save to keep the lead and finish the match.
UST finished with three total shots and put one on goal. Goalkeeper Kylie Soich played the full 90 minutes in net for UST, making five saves on 15 total shots faced.
Match Notes:
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Goals: TLU - Natalia Cortez (74')
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Assists: None
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Shots: UST 3 (1 on goal), TLU 15 (6 on goal)
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Saves: UST 5 (Kylie Soich 5), TLU 1 (Alysa Marquez 1)
Up Next: UST stays home at SaberCats Stadium on Sunday, October 18 at 2:30 PM to host Concordia University Texas. Follow the team at www.ustcelts.com or on Instagram @ustathletics and @ustwsoccer for game times, live stream links, and updates.
