8/31/2024 Fulton, MO- In an intense cross-town match up, the Westminster women's soccer team battled to a 0-0 draw against William Woods on a rainy evening that pushed game time back over two hours due to a storm delay.

The game kicked off with both teams showing strong defensive performances. Westminster's freshman goalkeeper, Reagan Chigas, was a key figure in the match, making three crucial saves to keep her side in contention. William Woods' Belle Boschert matched her counterpart with four saves, ensuring that neither team could break the deadlock.

The Blue Jays, featuring a starting lineup with seven freshmen, showed promise in both halves, registering six shots overall, four of which were on target. Despite being outshot 10-6 by William Woods, Westminster's defense was organized and disciplined, effectively shutting down the Owls' attack. The Blue Jays also matched William Woods in corner kicks, with both teams earning four.

Sophomore Faith Coates was a key offensive player for Westminster, leading the team with three shots, two of which were on target. Chigas delivered a strong performance in goal, making three crucial saves to keep the clean sheet. Annalise Beck and Eastin Colyer also contributed with shots on goal, adding to the Blue Jays' attacking efforts.

Ultimately, the match ended 0-0, reflecting the evenly matched nature of the contest. The tie adds to the ongoing competition between the two teams, promising more exciting encounters in future seasons.

Next, the Blue Jays will be traveling to Iowa on September 4th to play against Simpson College with a kickoff time at 7:00pm.