The University of North Texas soccer squad delivered a commanding 9‑0 win over Navarro College on Thursday, using the match as a final tune‑up before its inaugural official fixture against SMU. From the opening whistle the Mean Green dictated play, outshooting the visitors 40‑3 and forcing a flurry of chances that left the Navarro defense scrambling.
A barrage of chances
UNT surged ahead early, with Lillian Vandiver opening the scoring in the 16th minute. By halftime the lead had swelled to 3‑0, thanks to strikes from Payton Annis in the 33rd minute and Mya Mitchell in the 40th. The second half saw a rapid burst of goals, including a minute‑spanning flurry from Mia Bernard and Annis in the 48th, and a double from Claire Niedermeier in the 52nd and 57th minutes.
The offensive outburst was not limited to a few individuals; Annis, Bernard, Niedermeier and Emma King each contributed an assist, underscoring the team’s fluid attacking rhythm. The final tally was completed by Bernard and Mitchell in the 64th and 66th minutes, sealing a comprehensive victory that highlighted the depth of the Mean Green’s roster.
Looking ahead to Dallas
The next challenge arrives on Sunday at 7 p.m. when UNT travels to face SMU in Dallas, marking the team’s first official match under the new schedule. The upcoming contest will test the squad’s momentum as they prepare to showcase the same aggressive style that produced a 40‑shot onslaught against Navarro.
After the Dallas showdown, the Mean Green will return to Denton next Thursday to host ULM at 7 p.m., continuing a busy home stretch that promises more high‑octane soccer for fans in North Texas.