The University of Alabama at Birmingham Athletics
Sunday, September 15
Statesboro, Ga.
12:00 P.M.
UAB
2-2-3
1
at
0
Georgia Southern
3-4-0
1
2
F
UAB
0
1
1
Ga. Southern
0
0
0
UAB Defeats Georgia Southern 1-0
9/15/2019 3:28:00 PM | Women's Soccer
STATESBORO, Ga. – Megan Hudgens found the back of the net in the 55th minute, scoring the only goal in UAB's 1-0 victory over Georgia State on Sunday afternoon.
Eve Beyer recorded her third straight shutout and got outstanding support from the backline who only allowed five shots.
The Blazers had a chance to get on the board in the 10th minute, but Morgan Halliwill's shot hit off the right post and the ensuing rebound was wide. In total, UAB fired nine shots in the half, but could not register a goal as the match went into halftime scoreless.
Ten minutes after the break, Hudgens was chasing a loose ball, running alongside GS defender Maddie Klintworth. Eagles keeper Olivia Regensburger also tried to make a play which resulted in the ball bouncing off Regensburger's right foot. Hudgens was able to track down the ball outside the box and easily put it in the empty net.
The defense limited any Georgia Southern scoring opportunities as the Blazers were able to hold possession the majority of the contest.
"We stuck to a game plan for about 60 minutes and it paid off for us," said head coach Erica Demers. "Megan's goal was a great representation of our second half expectations - compete and fight for every ball."
"Our focus now turns to the second part of our season, conference play. Everything now becomes more elevated and our hope is to continue improvements in certain areas while we prepare for La Tech," added Demers.
After a week off, UAB begins Conference USA play on Sept. 22 when the Blazers travel to Louisiana Tech. The next home match will be Sept. 29 against FAU.
MATCH NOTES:
Women's soccer season tickets are on sale by purchasing the 2019-20 Gold Card for $65. The Gold Card is an exclusive offer that grants you admission into all UAB men's and women's soccer, volleyball, women's basketball, softball and baseball events for the upcoming academic year. Contact the UAB Ticket Office at (205) 975-UAB1 for more details.
Single game tickets are on sale now here.
Eve Beyer recorded her third straight shutout and got outstanding support from the backline who only allowed five shots.
The Blazers had a chance to get on the board in the 10th minute, but Morgan Halliwill's shot hit off the right post and the ensuing rebound was wide. In total, UAB fired nine shots in the half, but could not register a goal as the match went into halftime scoreless.
Ten minutes after the break, Hudgens was chasing a loose ball, running alongside GS defender Maddie Klintworth. Eagles keeper Olivia Regensburger also tried to make a play which resulted in the ball bouncing off Regensburger's right foot. Hudgens was able to track down the ball outside the box and easily put it in the empty net.
The defense limited any Georgia Southern scoring opportunities as the Blazers were able to hold possession the majority of the contest.
"We stuck to a game plan for about 60 minutes and it paid off for us," said head coach Erica Demers. "Megan's goal was a great representation of our second half expectations - compete and fight for every ball."
"Our focus now turns to the second part of our season, conference play. Everything now becomes more elevated and our hope is to continue improvements in certain areas while we prepare for La Tech," added Demers.
After a week off, UAB begins Conference USA play on Sept. 22 when the Blazers travel to Louisiana Tech. The next home match will be Sept. 29 against FAU.
MATCH NOTES:
- With her shutout, Beyer has lowered her GAA to 0.23, which is the best in C-USA
- The Blazers have gone 389 minutes without allowing a goal (11' vs. Troy on 9/1/19)
- UAB finishes 1-1-2 against Sun Belt Teams this season
- The goal was Hudgens' 14th for her career
Women's soccer season tickets are on sale by purchasing the 2019-20 Gold Card for $65. The Gold Card is an exclusive offer that grants you admission into all UAB men's and women's soccer, volleyball, women's basketball, softball and baseball events for the upcoming academic year. Contact the UAB Ticket Office at (205) 975-UAB1 for more details.
Single game tickets are on sale now here.
Team Stats
UAB
SO
Goals
1
0
Shots
13
5
Shots on Goal
5
2
Saves
2
4
Corners
5
3
Fouls
7
7
Scoring Plays
Hudgens, Megan (3)
GOAL by UAB Hudgens, Megan (FIRST GOAL), goal number 3 for season.
54:16
Game Leaders
Shots
5
SOG
2
Goals
1
Assists
0
Shots
2
SOG
1
Goals
0
Assists
0
Shots
2
SOG
0
Goals
0
Assists
0
Shots
2
SOG
1
Goals
0
Assists
0
Players Mentioned
Midfielder
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