THE RUNDOWN
The No. 14 DBU Women's Soccer Team solidified a 1-0 over the Oklahoma Christian Eagles this evening at Eagle Soccer Field to clinch their fifth consecutive Lone Star Conference regular season title. A goal in the first half and stellar defense throughout the night earned the Patriots their fifth consecutive win.
DBU totaled a season-low in both shots and corner kicks this evening against OCU. In the first half, both teams attempted just seven shots combined, showing just how much the defense in the centerfield was at work. The Patriots managed to keep the ball on their attacking half for most of the first 45 minutes, but OC's defense made playmaking difficult.
Sophia Schrock broke the scoreless tie in the 38th minute on a penalty kick after a foul was called on the Eagles inside the 18-yard box. Following this play, both an OC player and the Eagle's bench were given yellow cards. DBU went into the half up, 1-0.
In the second half, the teams played to a defensive stalemate. The Patriots compiled double the shot attempts (8) in the second 45, but could not find the back of the net. The Eagles were unable to find the equalizing goal, resulting in a 1-0 win for DBU.
THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW
INSIDE THE NUMBERS
5 - DBU has won the last five consecutive games. Last season, the Patriots earned a seven-game winning streak in the regular season matches.
8 - Sophia Schrock scored her eighth goal of the season against OCU. She leads the Patriots in goals scored. She ranks first in the LSC in game-winning goals with a total of five.
10 - The Patriots earned their 11th shutout this season in their win over Oklahoma Christian. It was also their third consecutive shutout.
COACH MARCUS WOOD ON THE WIN
"Oklahoma Christian had an excellent game plan. It was difficult to create chances. The Patriots showed grit and toughness to find a way to win. We are so proud of the TEAM. To God be the glory!!!"
UP NEXT
DBU has one more regular season match against Texas A&M International on Friday, November 3 at 7:05 p.m. before moving on to the Lone Star Conference tournament next week.
