Jackets Earn First Conference Victory Over Bluffton

BLUFFTON, Ohio – The women's soccer team grabbed their first conference victory of the season on Tuesday, defeating Bluffton University 2-1. The victory improves the Yellow Jackets to 4-8 overall and 1-3 in the HCAC.

Alexandra Johnson recorded the first goal of the game when she found the net from the far right wing midway through the first half to give the Jackets a one point advantage. Cherylin Borkholder would put the Jackets up 2-0 as she recorded her sixth goal of the season ten minutes into the second stanza. The Beavers attempted a late rally, recording a goal with eight minutes remaining to bring them within one, but the Yellow Jackets' defense held strong to preserve the victory.

Goalkeeper Kelly Coble earns her fourth victory of the season, saving eight of the Beavers' nine shots on goal. Coble was the difference maker in the game, helping the Jackets to a victory despite being outshot 7-20 in the match.

The Yellow Jackets will return to action on Saturday, October 17, when they travel to Indiana for an HCAC clash with Anderson University. Kickoff is scheduled for 1:00 p.m.