DEMOREST, Ga. – Piedmont women’s soccer was unable to contain top-ranked WashU on Sunday morning in Demorest, falling 9-0 at the hands of the Bears.
The Lions were able to hold tough early, until starting goalkeeper Maggie Leger was forced to leave the game with an injury, and freshman forward Madison Johnson took over in goal.
Piedmont was able to hold WashU at bay until the 15th minute, when Madison Foley found the back of the net off an assist from Sophie Viscovich.
After the Bears scored again in the 24th and 26th minute to make it 3-0, they delivered a late first half onslaught of three more to make it 6-0 headed to the break.
The second half was more of the same, but the Lions held the Bears to just three goals over the final 45 minutes.
Johnson delivered an admirable effort in goal, making nine saves total, including seven in the second half.
Up next, the Lions will battle Belhaven in Demorest in a crucial conference home contest this Wednesday, October 9 at 3 p.m.
