The Rhodes Women's Soccer team achieved another 4-0 win against the Belhaven University Blazers in their third match of the season on September 9th, 2024. Yet another strong victory marks the third win of the season to take their record to 3-0 on the year.
Match Recap: Rhodes vs. Belhaven
Rhodes took the lead with a goal by Junior Sophia Rall after 7 minutes marking her third of the year. Today's match also featured the second goal for Seniors Mary Gale Godwin and Megan Propp in their seasons respectively. Godwin scored in the 14th minute and Propp scored in the 46th minute after an assist from Godwin. To cap off the scoring for the Lynx, Junior Reese Owens put one past the keeper in the 87th minute.
Team Statistics:
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Rhodes College: 14 total shots (8 on goal), 3 saves, 4 corner kicks.
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Belhaven: 3 total shots (3 on goal), 4 saves, 0 corner kicks.
A convincing win from the Lynx brings their record to 3-0 for the season. Today's match with a shutout for the Lynx once again highlighting the depth and consistency from their back line. Today's match marks the second shutout in a row for Junior Goalkeeper Olivia Barfield.
Looking Forward: Rhodes vs. Washington University in St. Louis
The Lynx now shift their focus to their upcoming match against the Washington University Bears on September 14th, 2024, in Greencastle, IN. They will play a double header this upcoming weekend with another game slated for September 15th against DePauw University.
Historical Match up Overview:
Meeting 8 times historically, Rhodes has not yet gotten the better of the Bears, first meeting in September of 2012 and as recently as last season in September 2023. Last season, the WashU Bears traveled to Memphis and bested the Lynx 0-4. The Lynx will look to build on their early success this season as they face the Bears later this week.
Head-to-Head History (Sep 22, 2012 - September 17, 2023):
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Wins: 0
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Losses: 8
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Ties: -
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Home Record: 0-2
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Away Record: 0-4
As Rhodes prepares for this important doubleheader weekend, the team is focused on recovering and preparing for this matchup with last year's national runner ups. Fans and supporters are encouraged to follow the Lynx as they continue their season with strength and commitment.
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