The University of Alabama at Birmingham Athletics
Thursday, September 26
Houston, TX
6 p.m.
UAB
at
Rice
UAB Women’s Soccer Faces Rice on the Road
9/25/2024 11:22:00 AM | Women's Soccer
BIRMINGHAM – The UAB women's soccer team hits the road to take on Rice in Houston, Texas on Thursday. Kickoff is set for 6 p.m. CT.
FOLLOW THE MATCH
Thursday's contest will stream live on ESPN+ and live stats will be available here.
SERIES HISTORY
The match marks the 18th time the two teams have faced each other. The Owls lead the series 10-6-1 with the last match taking place in Birmingham last season where the Blazers earned a 2-1 victory.
LAST TIME OUT FOR THE BLAZERS
UAB drew 0-0 against No. 15/11 Memphis last Thursday night. It was the first time the Blazers faced a ranked opponent this season. Anika Toth had five saves while facing 13 shots but was unphased to lead the Blazers defense to another shutout. It was Toth's 11th career shutout.
SCOUTING THE OWLS
Rice is coming off a 1-2 loss at South Florida on Sept. 19. The Owls are 7-2-1 on the season are led by Leah Chancey who has scored six goals this season. Jules Johnston and Kallie McKinney have two goals while Allie Love, Carsyn Martz Natalie Gorji, Camille Quarterman and Dayo Tennyson having one goal apiece.
BREAKOUT CANDIDATES
Abbey Burns has been recognized with an AAC award by earning Honorable Mention (Sept. 26) for her efforts against Samford. Burns has registered five goals so far this season. Sydney Bolinger has netted two goals and Abby Graeser has one goal this year. Maia Sirota recorded her first collegiate goal at UTSA and has tallied two assists so far, with her first to Graeser in the season opener win against ETSU and her second assist to Bolinger at Samford.
BRILLIANCE IN GOAL
This week, Toth earned AAC Goalkeeper of the Week for her performance against the ranked Tigers. So far this season, Toth has recorded four shutouts. Her first coming in UAB's home opener against ETSU (1-0), at home versus Ole Miss (1-0), at Southern Miss (1-0) and against No. 15/11 Memphis (0-0). With the 1-0 win at Southern Miss, Toth recorded her 10th career shutout. Also at Southern Miss, Toth took a free kick and assisted Bolinger in scoring the goal to put the Blazers up. It was the first assist of her career, and she earned AAC Honorable Mention for her efforts.
GOLD CARD
Women's Soccer season tickets are available for $65 by purchasing the 2024-25 Gold Card. The Gold Card will allow you to gain access to all home events for Women's Soccer, Men's Soccer, Volleyball, Women's Basketball, Softball, and Baseball (Regions Field & Young Memorial). This card is not valid for American Athletic Conference or NCAA Championship events.
POWER UP
UAB Athletics is excited to compete in the American Athletic Conference and needs Blazer Nation to Power Up by becoming a 2024 Blazer Boosters member. Join Blazer Boosters today as UAB student-athletes compete for championships, graduate with honors, and make a difference in our community.
FOLLOW THE BLAZERS
For more information on the UAB women's soccer team, follow @UAB_WSOC on Twitter and Instagram.
FOLLOW THE MATCH
Thursday's contest will stream live on ESPN+ and live stats will be available here.
SERIES HISTORY
The match marks the 18th time the two teams have faced each other. The Owls lead the series 10-6-1 with the last match taking place in Birmingham last season where the Blazers earned a 2-1 victory.
LAST TIME OUT FOR THE BLAZERS
UAB drew 0-0 against No. 15/11 Memphis last Thursday night. It was the first time the Blazers faced a ranked opponent this season. Anika Toth had five saves while facing 13 shots but was unphased to lead the Blazers defense to another shutout. It was Toth's 11th career shutout.
SCOUTING THE OWLS
Rice is coming off a 1-2 loss at South Florida on Sept. 19. The Owls are 7-2-1 on the season are led by Leah Chancey who has scored six goals this season. Jules Johnston and Kallie McKinney have two goals while Allie Love, Carsyn Martz Natalie Gorji, Camille Quarterman and Dayo Tennyson having one goal apiece.
BREAKOUT CANDIDATES
Abbey Burns has been recognized with an AAC award by earning Honorable Mention (Sept. 26) for her efforts against Samford. Burns has registered five goals so far this season. Sydney Bolinger has netted two goals and Abby Graeser has one goal this year. Maia Sirota recorded her first collegiate goal at UTSA and has tallied two assists so far, with her first to Graeser in the season opener win against ETSU and her second assist to Bolinger at Samford.
BRILLIANCE IN GOAL
This week, Toth earned AAC Goalkeeper of the Week for her performance against the ranked Tigers. So far this season, Toth has recorded four shutouts. Her first coming in UAB's home opener against ETSU (1-0), at home versus Ole Miss (1-0), at Southern Miss (1-0) and against No. 15/11 Memphis (0-0). With the 1-0 win at Southern Miss, Toth recorded her 10th career shutout. Also at Southern Miss, Toth took a free kick and assisted Bolinger in scoring the goal to put the Blazers up. It was the first assist of her career, and she earned AAC Honorable Mention for her efforts.
GOLD CARD
Women's Soccer season tickets are available for $65 by purchasing the 2024-25 Gold Card. The Gold Card will allow you to gain access to all home events for Women's Soccer, Men's Soccer, Volleyball, Women's Basketball, Softball, and Baseball (Regions Field & Young Memorial). This card is not valid for American Athletic Conference or NCAA Championship events.
POWER UP
UAB Athletics is excited to compete in the American Athletic Conference and needs Blazer Nation to Power Up by becoming a 2024 Blazer Boosters member. Join Blazer Boosters today as UAB student-athletes compete for championships, graduate with honors, and make a difference in our community.
FOLLOW THE BLAZERS
For more information on the UAB women's soccer team, follow @UAB_WSOC on Twitter and Instagram.
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