ANDERSON, S.C. -- The Anderson womens soccer team captured their
first win of the season on Saturday, by defeating conference
opponent Barton College 3-2 in an overtime thriller at the Anderson
Civic Center. Both teams missed out on some early opportunities,
and the game was scoreless at the half. Barton scored on two
chances midway through the second period, leaving Anderson (1-4,
1-1 Conference Carolinas) down two goals with just 25 minutes to
play. However, the Trojans did not quit, "I am happy with our first
win tonight," said Anderson head coach Jason Dowiak. "We showed a
lot of character fighting back from a 2-0 deficit." Freshman Joelle
Purinton scored off a loose ball at 80:03 to light a fire in the
Trojans. They would stay on the attack and Larissa Federowich
connected on a 20-yard bomb with just over five minutes remaining
in the game. Both teams would have a few more chances, but
regulation ended with the scored knotted at 2-2. Just three minutes
into the overtime period freshman Carrie Settle headed in a
beautiful corner kick from Adrienne Lough that ended the game and
sent the Anderson faithful into a frenzy. "Adrienne Lough had a
great game, and did a good job of controlling the middle," said
Dowiak. "I'm happy we were able to finish some goals tonight."
Anderson will get back on the pitch Wednesday, Sept. 23, when the
Trojans open a two-game road trip at longtime rival Erskine.
Kick-off is scheduled for 5 p.m. at Huggins Field.