The Piedmont women’s soccer team dominated from start to finish in a 2-0 home shutout of Agnes Scott on a beautiful Wednesday night in Demorest.
The Lions held a 32-3 edge in shots and found a goal in each half to extend the program’s winning streak over the Scotties to 20 contests.
Piedmont was threatening in the early going, but unable to find the back of the net as Agnes Scott goalkeeper Olivia Rosario stood tall.
However, the Lions kept attacking, and just past the midway point of the half, they were able to find the only goal they needed as Jocelyn Maseda beat the defense and fed a beautiful pass that senior Gabbie Hayes was able to finish off the inside of the far post.
The goal marked Hayes’ first of the 2023 season and first since 2021.
Piedmont dominated the shot count and went to the break with an 18-2 edge in shots.
The second half saw more of the same, with the Lions threatening consistently but unable to find the goal to give them separation. Once again, however, it was a senior that found the offense that was needed, as Elissa Lotter weaved her way through the Scotties’ defense and delivered a beautiful finish to put the game away with just over 10 minutes left.
The win marks Piedmont’s second consecutive shutout, coming on the heels of Sunday’s 1-0 triumph over Millsaps on the road.
Up next, the Lions will have a week to get rested before a pivotal road matchup with Huntingdon slated for 7 p.m.
TURNING POINT:
– In full control but only up by a 1-0 margin, Lotter’s trek through the Agnes Scott back line put the game away.
STANDOUT PERFORMANCES:
– Lotter is now second on the team with two goals on the season.
