Aug. 23, 2007

8/23/07 -OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. - The Mid-America Christian University Lady Evangels will begin their fourth year and second full season of play August 23 on the road against the East Central University Lady Tigers.

The Lady Evangels enter the season with the most experienced and talented team in the brief four year history of the program.

"We will definitely be better this year," Coach Zac Bice said.

MACU is fresh off an exhibition against University of Science and Arts on August 21. The Lady Evangels lost 3-1 and are excited about the prospects for the upcoming season.

"I thought we played well," Bice stated. "We have improved dramatically from last year."

The Lady Evangels will be seeking leadership from the returnees, as the 2007 squad will consist of 18 new players, including 16 freshmen.

"We have a lot of freshman that are new to the college level, but I think that the leadership of the returnees and transfers will help," Bice stated.The season opener with East Central University will be held at 5:00 p.m. in Ada, Oklahoma.

If you are interested in playing women's soccer for MACU or would like more information about the women's soccer program, contact Coach Zac Bice at 405-692-3283 or via email at zbich@macu.edu.