The University of Alabama at Birmingham Athletics
Thursday, September 4
Birmingham, Ala.
7 p.m.
UAB
3-2-1, 0-0-0
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Western Kentucky
3-3-0, 0-0-0
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Western Ky.
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UAB
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Blazers Defeat Western Kentucky 1-0
9/4/2025 10:01:00 PM | Women's Soccer
BIRMINGHAM - UAB women's soccer (3-2-1) earned a 1–0 victory over Western Kentucky (3-3-0) on Thursday night at PNC Field, powered by a first-half strike from junior forward Lola Sommer.
The decisive goal came in the 40th minute, when Sommer tucked away her second goal of the season off an assist from Lailah Stewart, giving the Blazers the lead just before halftime. It was the only goal in a tightly contested match where both sides generated chances but couldn't break through.
Western Kentucky applied late pressure, outshooting the Green and Gold 6–3 in the second half and earning four corner kicks after the break. But UAB's defense, anchored by goalkeeper Leah Parsons, stood firm. Parsons collected four saves on the night to secure her third win and second shutout of the season.
Lady Toppers keeper Maddie Davis finished with two saves, including a key stop on Stewart in the 39th minute just before the goal sequence.
Overall, UAB outshot Western Kentucky 12–9. Despite a flurry of late looks from WKU, including attempts from Makenna Egan, Mia Merritt and Danielle Lewin, the Blazers closed out the clean sheet.
Up next, the Blazers are back at home again to host Belmont on Sunday, September 7. Kickoff is set for 6 p.m. CT.
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With your help, Blazer Student-Athletes are given the resources, tools, and opportunities they need to achieve greatness. Every contribution you make directly supports our teams, ensuring they excel not only on the field but in the classroom as well. We invite you to renew your support to UAB Athletics today and for more information on ways to show your generosity through the Blazer Scholarship Fund, capital initiatives, and sport specific giving go to blazerboosters.com or call us at (205) 996-9969.
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The decisive goal came in the 40th minute, when Sommer tucked away her second goal of the season off an assist from Lailah Stewart, giving the Blazers the lead just before halftime. It was the only goal in a tightly contested match where both sides generated chances but couldn't break through.
Western Kentucky applied late pressure, outshooting the Green and Gold 6–3 in the second half and earning four corner kicks after the break. But UAB's defense, anchored by goalkeeper Leah Parsons, stood firm. Parsons collected four saves on the night to secure her third win and second shutout of the season.
Lady Toppers keeper Maddie Davis finished with two saves, including a key stop on Stewart in the 39th minute just before the goal sequence.
Overall, UAB outshot Western Kentucky 12–9. Despite a flurry of late looks from WKU, including attempts from Makenna Egan, Mia Merritt and Danielle Lewin, the Blazers closed out the clean sheet.
Up next, the Blazers are back at home again to host Belmont on Sunday, September 7. Kickoff is set for 6 p.m. CT.
2025-26 GOLD CARD
The 2025-26 Gold Card is on sale. The 2025-26 Gold Card will get you 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 Conference or NCAA Championship events.
YOUR SUPPORT FUELS SUCCESS!
With your help, Blazer Student-Athletes are given the resources, tools, and opportunities they need to achieve greatness. Every contribution you make directly supports our teams, ensuring they excel not only on the field but in the classroom as well. We invite you to renew your support to UAB Athletics today and for more information on ways to show your generosity through the Blazer Scholarship Fund, capital initiatives, and sport specific giving go to blazerboosters.com or call us at (205) 996-9969.
FOLLOW THE BLAZERS
For more information on the UAB women's soccer team, follow @UAB_WSOC on X and Instagram.
Team Stats
WKU
UAB
Goals
0
1
Shots
9
12
Shots on Goal
4
3
Saves
2
4
Corners
5
3
Fouls
6
10
Scoring Plays
Lola Sommer (2)
Assisted By: Lailah Stewart
GOAL by UAB Sommer, Lola Assist by Stewart, Lailah.
39:36
Game Leaders
Players
fwd
Shots
1
SOG
1
Goals
1
Assists
0
Shots
2
SOG
1
Goals
0
Assists
1
Shots
4
SOG
1
Goals
0
Assists
0
Players Mentioned
Goalkeeper
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