The Alabama State University women's soccer team opened its season with a 7-0 loss to the Central Arkansas Bears in Arkansas, marking a tough start for the Lady Hornets.
A Difficult Night in Arkansas
The match took place under the stadium lights at the University of Central Arkansas, where the Bears built an early lead and never looked back. A brief lighting outage in the 78th minute forced a short pause, but the scoreboard already reflected a comfortable margin for Arkansas.
Entering the game the Lady Hornets carried a 0-5 record, and their offensive output was limited to just four shots on goal. Lamya Foughal managed the team's only on-target attempt in the 41st minute, but it was comfortably saved by the Bears' keeper.
Despite earning five corner kicks, Alabama State was unable to generate sustained pressure, as the Bears' defense held firm and restricted any meaningful chance creation.
In goal, backup keeper Slater Copeland played the full 90 minutes and recorded three saves, but the defensive unit could not prevent the Bears from extending their lead throughout the contest.
Looking Ahead
The Lady Hornets will look to rebound when they travel to face the Arkansas State Red Wolves on Sunday, August 30, at 1 p.m. in Jonesboro. The upcoming match offers a chance to reset the season and build momentum for future outings.