Soccer

Spartans’ Stars Earn Big South Weekly Honors After Dominant Shutout

Liana Bryant’s two goals and Danielle Trovato’s defensive mastery helped USC Upstate improve to 2‑1‑1

USC Upstate Women's Soccer Shines in Weekly Honors

The USC Upstate women's soccer team posted a convincing 4‑0 victory over Hampton on Saturday, a result that nudged their season record to 2‑1‑1.

Offensive standout Liana Bryant was the catalyst, netting two goals in the first half and finishing with a goal every 32.5 minutes, an efficiency that earned her the Big South Offensive Player of the Week.

Defensive anchor Danielle Trovato anchored the backline, logging a full 90 minutes, contributing a goal and two points while preserving a clean sheet, a performance that secured her the Defensive Player of the Week honor.

Weekly Awards Highlight Individual Brilliance

The conference’s weekly awards committee recognized Bryant’s offensive firepower and Trovato’s defensive solidity, highlighting the dual threat that propelled USC Upstate to the win.

Dominating possession and territory, the Spartans out‑shot Hampton 15‑10, generated a 7‑2 advantage in shots on goal and an 11‑3 edge in corner kicks, underscoring the comprehensive nature of their victory.

With the momentum built from this shutout, the team looks to carry its positive trajectory into upcoming matchups, aiming to climb higher in the Big South standings.

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