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King's Goal Propels Akron to 1-0 Victory Over Cleveland State
September 12 | Women's Soccer
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AKRON, Ohio - A goal in the 48th minute (47:12) from junior Emma King (Akron, Ohio) propelled the University of Akron women's soccer team to a 1-0 victory over Cleveland State on Thursday (Sept. 12) at FirstEnergy Stadium.
How it Happened
After being outshot in the opening stanza by Cleveland State, Akron broke the scoreless tie when King recorded her first goal of the season at the 47:12 mark, assisted by sophomores Olivia Heskett (Lewis Center, Ohio) and Anna Simmons (Manassas, Va.).
The Zips received strong defensive efforts throughout the match to preserve the squad's fourth consecutive shutout. Redshirt junior GK Penelope Cuirinier (Mionnay, France) and sophomore GK Sara Bower (Cincinnati, Ohio) combined to record 10 saves, including seven in the decisive second half by Bower.
Game Notes
- Akron earned the triumph despite being outshot on the evening, 17-7.
- King posted a team-high three shots, including two on goal, for the Zips.
- Bower piled up seven saves for Akron out of 10 total Vikings shots.
- The Zips registered four shots on goal.
Up Next
Akron welcomes Saint Francis to FirstEnergy Stadium for a 2 p.m. Senior Day tilt on Sunday (Sept. 15).
Team Stats
Emma King (1)
Assisted By: Olivia Heskett , Anna Simmons
slotted in from corner of box inside 6 one touch
47:12
