Upcoming Match: Campbell Women’s Soccer Faces Charleston
This Sunday, October 12, Campbell women’s soccer will embark on their last road game of the season, taking on the College of Charleston. The match kicks off at 1 p.m. at Ralph Lundy Stadium and will be available for streaming on FloCollege.
Current Season Performance
The Camels enter this matchup with an overall record of 4 wins, 5 losses, and 3 draws, including a league record of 2 wins, 2 losses, and 1 draw. Conversely, the Cougars of Charleston boast a record of 7 wins, 5 losses, and 1 draw, with a 3-2 record in Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) play.
Match Details
Opponent: College of Charleston
Date: Sunday, October 12
Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Ralph Lundy Field at Patriots Point
Watch: FloCollege
Live Stats: Available on the official Campbell athletics website.
Series History
The upcoming match will be the 11th meeting between Campbell and Charleston. The Camels lead the all-time series with 5 victories, while Charleston has secured 3 wins and there have been 2 draws. In last season’s final regular-season matchup, Charleston emerged victorious with a score of 4-0.
In terms of CAA play encounters, Charleston currently leads the series 2-0. Campbell last triumphed over Charleston on October 4, 1997, with a 3-1 victory.
Scouting Charleston
The Cougars are currently positioned second in the South Division of the CAA. They have excelled in scoring, outpacing their opponents 27-13 so far this season. Key players include Bella Antonio and Maggie Heffernan, both with 5 goals each. Antonio also leads the team in points, garnering 14 total, thanks to 4 assists alongside her goals.
In goal, Ainsley Chunn has made 36 saves this season, achieving 3 solo shutouts and 2 combined shutouts while allowing 13 goals from 95 shots faced. Charleston’s dominance is reflected by its significant advantage in corner kicks, with 90 compared to their opponents’ 34.
Recent Performance
In their previous match, Campbell faced Elon, where they suffered a narrow 2-1 loss. Despite controlling the match with 15 shots and earning more corner kicks than Elon, the Camels were unable to equalize after a late second goal from Elon. Gillian Garrison was pivotal for Campbell, drawing a penalty kick in the 77th minute, which Zahra Fepessi converted for the equalizer.
Player Highlights
Zahra Fepessi
This season, junior Zahra Fepessi has made a significant impact. Starting her first game of the year against Stony Brook, she quickly recorded her first collegiate goal and has since led the team with 3 goals. With a shot-on-goal percentage of .600, her efficiency has been noteworthy, given she has only taken 5 shots this season.
Gillian Garrison
Sophomore Gillian Garrison also boasts 2 goals this season, including her first career goal against Radford. Garrison has demonstrated consistent improvement, posting a career-high of 3 shots against Queens and logging significant playing time.
Defensive Stronghold
The backline, anchored by defenders Natalie Jamison and Kira Moore, has proven to be a crucial element for Campbell. Jamison is the only player to have started all 12 games this season, while Moore recorded her first complete game against Coastal Carolina. Both players have contributed to a solid defensive presence, aiding in the team’s overall strategy.
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