USI Women’s Soccer opened its 2026 road schedule with a 0‑0 stalemate against Purdue Fort Wayne, a result that extended the team’s unbeaten run and marked the second clean sheet of the campaign.
Defensive Masterclass
The Screaming Eagles limited the opposition to just two shots on target while generating 12 attempts of their own, a testament to a coordinated back line that refused to yield.
Junior forward Josie Pochocki led the attacking charge, firing three shots, one of which tested the goalkeeper, while sophomore net‑minder Merrick Schwalbach made two crucial saves to preserve the shutout.
Defenders Emma Schut, Tierney Mullady, Paulina Campos and midfielder Kamryn Bea all featured for the full 90 minutes, providing stability that allowed the team to weather late pressure.
A late injury forced junior defender Ava Hess out in the 76th minute, prompting freshman Lilah Katz to step in, but the side managed the final 20 minutes without conceding, keeping the score level.
The match concluded with both teams dead‑locked in the final 20 minutes, a testament to the resilience shown by the Screaming Eagles as they look ahead to their next encounter, a home game against Purdue University on August 30 at 1 p.m. that will be part of a White Out event.