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The Old Dominion women’s soccer team achieved a milestone by defeating the University of Maryland 2-0, marking their first victory over a Power Four school since 2012. The team showcased offensive strength with 20 shots, while the defense was led by Player of the Match Ashley Kulha. With this win, ODU improved their season record to 2-0-1, looking to continue their momentum in upcoming matches.
Norfolk, VA – The Old Dominion women’s soccer team achieved a significant milestone on Sunday, securing a 2-0 victory against the University of Maryland at the ODU Soccer Stadium. This triumph marked the program’s first win over a Power Four school since defeating NC State in 2012 and brought their total victories against such schools to nine.
Old Dominion dominated the match, finishing with a remarkable 20 shots compared to Maryland’s solitary attempt, which occurred in the 11th minute. The ODU defense was particularly formidable, led by Ashley Kulha, who was named Player of the Match for her outstanding performance. Goalkeeper Erin Jones contributed to the clean sheet, effectively managing the game with only one save required throughout.
The match kicked off with Old Dominion displaying an aggressive offensive strategy, taking three shots within the first four minutes. Their persistence paid off in the 22nd minute when Gry Boe Thrysoe scored the first goal after a review confirmed it had ricocheted off the crossbar before entering the net. Just over two minutes into the second half, Kulha doubled the lead with a goal that followed a well-executed free kick routine, solidifying Old Dominion’s control over the game.
Maryland’s goalkeeper, Faith Luckey, faced a barrage of shots from Old Dominion, making seven saves but ultimately unable to prevent two goals. The Terps struggled to find their rhythm in the match, managing only two corner attempts to ODU’s four.
With this victory, Old Dominion improved its season record to 2-0-1, while Maryland fell to 3-1 as they faced their first loss of the season. The Old Dominion women’s soccer team, underlining a growing trend of competitiveness within the program, aims to build on this momentum as they prepare to face Liberty on August 31st at 6 p.m.
The historic win against Maryland not only showcased Old Dominion’s defensive strength but also highlighted their offensive capabilities, signaling a promising season ahead. As the program continues to strive for greater success, this victory will surely serve as a significant morale boost for the team.
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