EUREKA, Ill. - The Spalding University women's soccer team delivered a commanding performance on Saturday, cruising to a 10–0 victory over Eureka College.
SU moved to (10-3-1, 4-0-0 SLIAC), while the Red Devils fell to (3-8-1, 0-4-1 SLIAC)
TURNING POINT
From the opening whistle, the Golden Eagles controlled every aspect of the match, dictating the pace, dominating possession, and overwhelming Eureka's defense with relentless attacking pressure. Senior forward
Emma Livingston was unstoppable, netting five goals on the day, including four in the first half that set the tone for Spalding's offensive onslaught.
Lejla Salihovic,
Clara Creg, Emme Kirn,
Melaney Frick, and
Emma Scheumann each added goals of their own, showcasing the team's depth and balance in the attack. Kirn also contributed two assists, while
Alyssa Ochsner and
Emerson Kirn added helpers to round out a complete offensive effort.
Defensively, Spalding was just as dominant. The back line held Eureka without a single shot on goal, marking another strong defensive showing for one of the conference's top-ranked units. Goalkeeper
Sophie Young-Neawedde earned yet another clean sheet, continuing her stellar season between the posts. The Golden Eagles fired an incredible 38 total shots, 26 of which were on target, forcing the Eureka goalkeepers to make 16 saves throughout the match. The win pushed Spalding to 10–3–1 overall and an impressive 4–0 in conference play, maintaining their unbeaten streak in league competition. The Golden Eagles' cohesive play, sharp finishing, and unwavering defensive focus demonstrated why they remain a powerhouse in the conference as the postseason approaches.
GOLDEN EAGLE NOTES
