SALEM, Ore. – The Corban University women's soccer team battled Oregon Tech to a score of 0-0 in a competitive matchup on Friday night at the Outdoor Athletic Complex. Both teams created opportunities throughout the game, but neither was able to find the back of the net. The Warriors finished with 13 shots, including 10 on goal, while Oregon Tech recorded 12 shots with four on target. Corban redshirt sophomore goalkeeper Jordyn Labajo played an important role in the result, recording four saves to help the Warriors secure the shutout.
"The team played well tonight," Corban head coach Tim Kagey said. "We were unfortunate to only come away with one point. We are excited to celebrate our seniors tomorrow and compete one last time at home in front of our fans!"
The Warriors (6-6-3, 4-3-2) came out strong in the first half, putting pressure on Oregon Tech's (4-8-2, 1-6-2) defense early in the match. Corban recorded eight shots in the opening 45 minutes while holding Oregon Tech to just four. Despite creating several scoring opportunities, the Warriors were unable to get past Oregon Tech goalkeeper Elle Hillar, who made five saves in the first half. Corban's defense also held strong, allowing just one shot on goal as the team's entered halftime tied 0-0.
Corban was led offensively by senior midfielder Olivia Fitzpatrick who recorded four shots, all of which were on goal. Junior defender Meliah Servaitus added three shots, including two on goal. Meanwhile, freshman midfielder Eliza Nisly contributed two shots on target. The Warriors finished with 13 total shots and 5 corner kicks. Defensively, Labajo played all 90 minutes to record her fourth shutout of the year.
Oregon Tech was led by defender Kaelyn Jaentsch, who recorded three shots, including two on goal. Defenders Alejandra Salcedo and Kaylie Hashizaki each added two shots for the Lady Owls. Goalkeeper Elle Hillar played all 90 minutes, recording 10 saves for a new career-high mark to help Oregon Tech preserve the scoreless draw.
The Warriors will look to build on their defensive performance as they celebrate their seniors and prepare for their next matchup against Southern Oregon University (8-2-4, 5-2-2) at the Outdoor Athletic Complex on Saturday October 24th at 4:30pm. They will celebrate their seniors at the end of their matchup, before the start of the men's contest.
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