The Creighton University women's soccer squad opened its season on August 27 with a 1‑0 victory over Kansas City at Morrison Stadium in Omaha, Nebraska. The win not only marked the team's first triumph of the campaign but also added a historic chapter to the program's home‑field legacy.
Senior forward Olivia Duray broke the deadlock in the 18th minute, slipping past a defender with a quick turn and curling a chip over the keeper to claim her second goal of the year. Her strike set the tone for a disciplined performance that would define the match.
Between the posts, junior Morgan Paley and fifth‑year Kailey Hall combined for a rare double shutout, the first time the two have posted back‑to‑back clean sheets since 2009. Their combined efforts limited Kansas City to just three shots, even as the opposition created several dangerous chances.
The defensive masterclass extended the Bluejays' unbeaten run against Summit League opponents to 16 games and pushed their all‑time home opener record to 23‑10‑5. With the win, Creighton improved to 1‑2‑1 overall and secured its 200th home victory in program history.
Upcoming showdown with Missouri
Looking ahead, the team will host Missouri at Morrison Stadium on August 30 at 1 p.m., aiming to build on the momentum generated by the opening win.