The Western Carolina women's soccer team fought to a scoreless draw against Appalachian State in a tightly contested match. Freshman goalkeeper Elizabeth Rupert was instrumental, making a critical penalty kick save early in the second half. Despite Appalachian's offensive pressure, the Catamounts rallied late, generating their first shots of the game. The game marks both teams' first shutout of the season, with WCU currently holding a record of 1-1-1.

By the Numbers
  • Appalachian State had 11 total shots compared to WCU's 3.
  • WCU received 3 corner kicks, while App State earned 10.
  • Elizabeth Rupert recorded 2 saves, including a penalty kick save.
State of Play
  • WCU has gone 1-1-1 in the season, showing resilience despite struggles in scoring.
  • Both teams played competitively, but the match lacked high-quality scoring chances.
  • Isabella DeMarco and Ava Robitaille made impactful season debuts for WCU.
What's Next

The Catamounts are set to face the 16th-ranked Tennessee Lady Vols next. Following this, they will take a week off before hosting East Carolina and NC State in upcoming matches.

Bottom Line

WCU's ability to maintain a clean sheet highlights the importance of defense as they prepare for a challenging matchup against a ranked opponent. The team's ongoing search for offensive consistency will be critical in future games.