Oct. 15, 2002
SPARTANBURG, S.C. — Emily Turgeon notched the only goal Tuesday night to lead Furman to a 1-0 win over Wofford in a rain-filled Southern Conference women's soccer match on Snyder Field.
With the win, the Paladins improve to 8-5-1 overall, while maintaining a perfect 6-0 record in SoCon play. Wofford falls to 5-7-2 overall, and 4-2-1 in the Southern Conference.
Furman got off 12 shots in the first half, but was stymied by the Terrier defense, as keeper Katie Menegaz tallied eight first-half saves. Wofford managed six first half shots, including two on goal, but also was stopped by the Paladins' backfield.
Turgeon wasted no time in the second period, putting Furman on the board less than four minutes into the half. She received a pass to the left of the goal from Nancy Mather, dribbled down the sideline and shot toward the goal's right corner. The ball hit the right goalpost and bounced inward for the score.
The teams traded the advantage throughout the remainder of the half, but neither was able to find the net.
Furman returns home to play Georgia Southern on Friday for a 7 p.m. match. Wofford will close out its home season with a 2 p.m. Sunday match against the College of Charleston.
Scoring Summary:
FU - Emily Turgeon (Nancy Mather assist) 48:15
Shots: FU - 17, WC - 10
Saves: FU - 4, WC - 12
Corner Kicks: FU - 13, WC - 2
Fouls: FU - 18, WC - 20