The LSU women's soccer squad finally broke through in 2026, posting a 5‑0 victory over Northwestern State that marked the Tigers' first win of the season.
From the opening whistle the team asserted control, finishing with a 24‑3 shot advantage and a 13‑0 corner kick edge that left the opposition scrambling.
A second‑half explosion
The breakthrough came after the break, when LSU rattled off five goals in quick succession, including a penalty converted by Allie Fryer and a set‑piece strike from Ryann Denecour.
Goalkeeper Saki Tsuchiya remained largely untested, making just one save despite facing six shots on target in the latter period.
The performance also set a benchmark, representing the most goals scored by the program since the 2009 NCAA tournament opener against UAPB.
Looking ahead, the Tigers will host UCF on Thursday at 7:00 p.m., aiming to build momentum in front of their home crowd.
The match forms part of LSU's season‑opening home series, a schedule that promises several high‑stakes contests as the team seeks to climb the conference rankings.