GREENSBORO, N.C. – The UNC Greensboro (UNCG) women's soccer team dropped a 1-0 decision to non-conference foe Coastal Carolina on Thursday evening at UNCG Soccer Stadium.
Coastal Carolina took an early lead when Kyra Kotsopoulos scored an unassisted goal in the fifth minute.
The Spartans responded with a strong attacking effort, outshooting the Chanticleers, 14-7, and earning a 5-2 advantage in corner kicks. UNCG registered six shots in the opening half and added eight more after the break, but Coastal Carolina goalkeeper Aris Lamanna made five saves to preserve the shutout.
Summer Kaufman led the Spartans with three shots, while
Cornelia Winther had two shots on goal. UNCG's freshman goalkeeper
Blythe Clark made one save in the 70
th minute of play.
BEYOND THE BOX SCORE
- UNCG outshot Coastal Carolina, 14-7.
- The Blue & Gold had five corner kicks compared to the Chants' two.
RECORDS
UNCG: 1-2-1
Coastal Carolina: 3-1-0
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WHAT'S NEXT
The Spartans wrap up the homestand this weekend, hosting Radford on Sunday at 6:00 p.m. at the UNCG Soccer Stadium. All regular season home games are free admission.
Promotions:
Vs. Radford – BOGO hot dogs, youth game (free popcorn for kids that wear a jersey)
