AUSTIN, Texas – The Lion soccer fell 1-0 in a tough road test against #18 St. Edward's on Sunday afternoon. With the loss, A&M-Commerce drops to 7-5-2 on the season, while the Hilltoppers improved to 9-3-0.
Quotable- "We played very well defensively, especially in the first half. We could have scored two or three goals before they took a shot. Unfortunately, they scored one early in the second half off a defensive error. We had some glorious chances near the end but got no luck today." - Lion head coach
Neil Piper Turning Point- Hilltopper forward Whytneigh Duffie found the net in the 50th minute, and Jennifer Boudreau was credited with the assist.
Summary- Duffie's goal held up as the lone score, giving the Hilltoppers their ninth win this season.
- The Lions never got in a rhythm offensively, taking just three shots the entire game.
Inside the Box Score- Three shot attempts is the lowest total of the season for A&M-Commerce.
- The Lions have not scored against St. Edward's since 2008, when they last defeated the Hilltoppers.
- St. Edward's now has eight shutouts this season, more than any other team in the South Central Region.
- The Lions now stand at 6-8-1 all-time against the Hilltoppers, including a 2-3-1 mark in Austin.
Upcoming- The Lions return to action on Friday, when they are set to host West Texas A&M in Lone Star Conference play. The match is set to begin at 7 p.m. from Lion Soccer Field.
- The Lady Buffs defeated A&M-Commerce 2-1 in Canyon earlier this season.
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