Kent State Soccer Set for Exciting Clash Against Akron on the Road
Kent State Soccer Revisits Rival Akron for a Crucial Showdown
Kent State’s Record-Setting Performance Against Eastern Michigan
The Kent State Soccer team is set to challenge arch-rival Akron following an exhilarating home stand. The recent match-up with Eastern Michigan had the Golden Flashes securing a 1-1 draw in an intense duel. Demonstrating remarkable offense, Kent State attempted 31 shots, equaling the school record for the fourth-most shots in a single game. The team’s defense restricted Eastern Michigan to a mere three shots throughout the contest.
Eastern Michigan took the lead in the 69th minute when Rosalie Takacsy’s free kick was expertly converted by Hannah Thompson. In a strikingly swift response, Kent State’s Samantha Miller bypassed EMU’s defense to tie the game less than a minute later. The match concluded at 1-1, highlighting Kent State’s superiority with a 28-shot advantage and leading 7-0 in corner kicks.
Junior midfielder Samantha Miller and freshman forward Jules Dolinski contributed significantly, with seven and six shots, respectively, each achieving five shots on goal. Senior defender Kesley Salopek also had an impressive showing with five shots, and goalkeeper Leah Shaffer recorded two notable saves.
Preview of Kent State’s Upcoming Clash with Akron
Kent State’s next challenge is against Akron, who currently holds a 3-5-3 record, with a 0-3-2 start in conference play. The Zips faced a common conference rival, UMass, to whom they lost 1-0 at home. Leading Akron’s efforts are freshman midfielder Addison Hall, with seven points from three goals and an assist, and fellow freshman Fineen Cregan, who has five points through a goal and three assists. Senior forward Emma King has also contributed with two goals and an assist this season.
Dominant Series History Favors Kent State
This weekend’s match marks the 26th meeting between Kent State and Akron, with the Golden Flashes historically dominating with a 21-4 record against the Zips. This includes a memorable 1-0 victory over Akron last year, reinforcing their strong position in this rivalry.
What’s Next for the Golden Flashes?
Post their clash with Akron, Kent State will return home to face the Ohio Bobcats on Thursday at 7 p.m. at Zoeller Field at Dix Stadium.
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