Aug. 29, 2007

8/29/07 - OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. - The Mid-America Christian University Lady Evangels hosted the Oklahoma Wesleyan University Lady Eagles Tuesday, August 28 and claimed the first women's soccer victory in MACU history.

With the 3-1 victory, the Lady Evangels improved their record to 1-1 on the season.

"It feels good to get that first win under your belt," Coach Zac Bice said. "It is really good for our program."

The Lady Evangels dominated the game from start to finish. MACU was on the offense for most of the contest out shooting OWU 20-4 in the win.

Oklahoma Wesleyan scored in the first half off the foot of Kat Jones to take an early 1-0 victory. MACU's Lindsey McKinney answered with one of her two goals a few minutes later to tie the game.

"I was glad to see that we responded right away," Coach Bice stated.

McKinney's second goal of the game came right before the end of the half to give the Lady Evangels a 2-1 halftime lead. In the second half, MACU looked to hold on to their lead and score an important insurance goal. The Lady Evangels retained possession of the ball most of the second half and forced the majority of the action OWU the side of the field. Christina Black scored MACU's insurance goal mid-way through the second half, stretching the lead to 3-1.

"The final goal was a huge goal," Coach Bice said. "It gave us a little room for error."

The Lady Evangels were able to hold off all second half attacks by the Lady Eagles as they picked up the first win in the history of MACU women's soccer. Lauren Patrick, Christina Black and Ramirez picked up assists in the win.

MACU will take a weekend trip Kansas Friday and Saturday, Aug 31- Sep 1. MACU will play Bethany College and Central Christian College.

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.