The Eastern Kentucky University women's soccer team is set to welcome Morehead State to its home field for the 19th edition of the Bluegrass Cup, kicking off Thursday at 4 p.m. Eastern Time. The match marks a homecoming for the Colonels, who will look to showcase the momentum they have built over the past week.
The Stakes of the Bluegrass Cup
EKU arrives on the back of a two‑match winning streak, having dismantled Youngstown State 4‑0 just days ago. Four different scorers — Chiara Premoli, Robin Reilly, Rachel Phifer and Avery May — found the net, while goalkeeper Ruby Morgan kept the opposition to just four shots.
The Colonels have been prolific on offense, outscoring their opponents 9‑0 over the last two contests and involving seven different players in the scoring sheet. Their defensive discipline has been equally impressive, conceding only four attempts on goal.
Morehead State, sitting at 2‑2, is trying to bounce back after a 5‑0 loss to EKU in their season opener and a narrow defeat to Cleveland State. The team finished last season with a 3‑13‑2 record but showed signs of progress with a 2‑0 win over Cleveland State.
Across the state, Chattanooga is preparing for its own series of matches, with sophomore Quinn Johnson — who earned a preseason All‑Southern Conference nod after a five‑goal freshman campaign — expected to be a key factor. The Mocs have started the year averaging 2.5 goals per game while limiting opponents to just five shots per match.
Historically, EKU holds a 3‑2‑2 edge over Chattanooga and posted a 2‑1 victory in their most recent meeting in 2022. The Colonels are aiming to finish the first five games of the season at 4‑1 for the second straight year, a benchmark that underscores their consistency.