BOX SCORE
MOREHEAD, Ky. -- On paper, Morehead State soccer had the upper-hand in just about every stats category, and possession, against Marshall in the season opener Thursday. But the visiting 'Herd took advantage of a few scoring opportunities to escape with a 3-0 victory over the Eagles.
The hosts held the ball for nearly 60 percent of the 90-minute match and had a distinct 17-8 total shots advantage. Forward
Erin Fite led the starters with four shots, while newcomer
Hedda Ornberg came in later on and belted four shots as well. Four others managed two shots as the Eagles blasted 'Herd goalkeeper Alexis Wolgemuth with eight shots on target, including several point blank opportunities. But, Wolgemuth turned back every attempt.
Morehead State also had the advantage in corner kicks (4-1), fewer offsides against (4-1) and fewer fouls (20-5).
After a scoreless first half, Marshall scored the season's first goal at 47:40 as Bailey Fisher found the back of the net. Alyssa Hardin took advantage of a miscue in front of the net to make it 2-0 at 49:15. The visitors finished the day with a goal at 81:37.
The Eagle defense only surrendered three Marshall shots on goal. Midfielder
Avery Redmon and back line specialist
Anna Lohrer played all 90 minutes.
After its first three matches at home (two exhibitions), Morehead State hits the road for the first time in 2023 Sunday as the Eagles travel to face Detroit Mercy at 1 p.m. ET.
