The University of Idaho’s women’s soccer team, known as the Vandals, is gearing up for an exciting weekend as they hit the road for two matches. On Thursday, August 22nd, they will face off against CSUN at 12:00 p.m. PST, followed by a match against Washington State on Sunday, August 25th at 7:00 p.m. PST. Let’s take a closer look at the team’s recent performances and what to expect in these upcoming games.
Last weekend, the Vandals had a mixed bag of results while on the road. They started off strong with a convincing 3-0 victory over UC Riverside, marking their second win over the Highlanders in series history. Goals from Annika Farley, Jadyn Hanks, and Sienna Gonzales secured the win, with Paula Flores making her first college appearance with a stellar shutout performance.
However, the Vandals faced a tough challenge on Sunday when they traveled to Washington to take on Seattle University. Despite a goal from Sienna Gonzales assisted by Karli Yoshida-Williams, the Vandals fell short and lost 1-3 to the Redhawks. It was a valiant effort from the team, but they ultimately couldn’t secure the win.
Looking ahead, the Vandals will face CSUN, who had a tough opening weekend with two losses. The Matadors will be looking to bounce back, but the Vandals are hoping to capitalize on their opponent’s scoring drought. The two teams have faced each other three times before, with CSUN holding a slight 2-1 advantage. However, the Vandals will be looking to even the score and secure a crucial win on the road.
Following the match against CSUN, the Vandals will take on Washington State, a team with whom they have a long history of competition. The Cougars had a tough start to their season with a loss to Purdue, and they will be looking to turn things around when they host the University of Montana before facing the Vandals. Washington State has dominated the series against Idaho with a perfect 12-0 record, but the Vandals will be looking to break that streak and secure a historic win.
Fans can follow along with all the action and updates from Vandal Soccer on social media platforms such as Twitter (@Vandal_soccer), Instagram (@vandalssoccer), and Facebook. Stay tuned for live updates, behind-the-scenes content, and more as the Vandals look to make their mark on the upcoming matches.