The Missouri Western women’s soccer team recorded another win on Friday night as they defeated Washburn 1-0. It’s the Griffons third straight win as they improve to 6-4-1 and 3-3-1 in the MIAA.

The first half didn’t produce much on the offensive side for either team. Missouri Western created four shots on goal as a team. Tara Russell had three of those on frame and Layne Shepherd accounted for the other shot on goal. Washburn was able to challenge Sarah Lyle twice in the half.

In the second half, the Griffons were able to control most of the tempo. In the 72nd minute, Tara Russell took a corner kick and found the head of Bridget Blessie for her second goal of the season to give the Griffons a 1-0 lead. It was Russell’s second assist on the year.

Sarah Lyle finished the game with a total of four saves and recorded another shutout. She now has six total shut outs on the season including three straight.

Missouri Western will return to action Sunday at noon against Emporia State inside Spratt Stadium.

— MWSU Sports Information —