Box Score The IU Columbus women's soccer team fell 2-0 on the road against Shawnee State in Thursday's conference matchup. The loss moves the Crimson Pride to 2-11-1 overall and 0-8-0 in conference play.
Shawnee State opened the scoring in the 28th minute when Lucie Ashkettle found the back of the net off an assist from Annie Coriell. The hosts doubled their advantage in the 71st minute as Madison Culp converted on assists from Coriell and Carlota Ipina Taylor.
The Crimson Pride struggled to generate offense against Shawnee State's defense, managing just one shot from Cyanne St. Bernard. Goalkeeper Mallory Gilley kept IU Columbus in the match with 9 saves against persistent pressure from Shawnee State's attack, which produced 17 total shots with 3 on target. The hosts also controlled set pieces, earning 7 corner kicks while preventing IU Columbus from earning any.
In a relatively clean match, IU Columbus was called for 3 fouls while Shawnee State committed 6.
The defeat extends IU Columbus' search for their first conference victory of the season, as their record in conference play falls to 0-8-0. Shawnee State improves to 3-7-7 overall and 3-2-1 in conference competition.
The Crimson Pride close their season, on the road, at IU Kokomo next Thursday, October 31st at 7pm.