Women's soccer cruises to win over St. Andrews

Chris Siers
Staff Writer

The Wingate University women’s soccer team blew past St. Andrews last Wednesday, shutting them out 6-0. The Bulldog’s defense shut down St. Andrews, only allowing two shots during the entire regulation.
The Bulldogs had five separate players score, with forward Liz Kinney scoring twice. Wingate scored three of their goals in the first half, and completed the shut out with a final score by forward Kelly Adams with 20 minutes to go in the game. Defender Madi Welch, midfielder Jordan Mayer and forward Kerstin Williams had goals for the Bulldogs.
The Bulldogs were able to post 23 shots against St. Andrews goalkeeper Becca Knott.
Wingate was able to completely shut down St. Andrews’ offense. Defender Kate Butler said, “We were just able to play our defensive game, and keep the ball up field, which gave us a huge advantage.”
Wingate kept the ball on St. Andrews end of the field for most of the game, which really gave the defense quite a break. Between Wingate’s offense keeping the ball up field, and the defense shutting down St. Andrew’s offense, Wingate completely dominated the match.
The Bulldogs are looking to keep their season on a high note as they roll into the bulk of conference play. If the Bulldogs are able to continue the physical defense they exerted against St. Andrews, the Bulldogs will definitely be the team to beat this season.
The Bulldogs are back in action tonight against Brevard.