Wheeling, W. Va. - The Wheeling University women's soccer team earned a point in Mountain East Conference (MEC) play Wednesday evening, battling Davis & Elkins to a 0-0 draw at Bishop Schmitt Field. The Cardinals moved to 1-11-2 overall and 1-9-2 in conference play, while the Senators moved to 3-7-4 with a 2-7-3 record in conference play.
Wheeling's offense looked for a resurgence after being blanked by Glenville State earlier this week and the Cardinals were able to create several opportunities in the first half.
Sophia Bare put an early shot on target, while
Lily Hanna and Bare continued to test the Davis & Elkins defense throughout the opening 45 minutes. The Cardinals recorded five shots in the opening half, but Senators goalkeeper Riann Stevens kept the match scoreless.
The defensive battle continued after halftime, with both teams looking for the breakthrough. Davis & Elkins finished with 17 shots, including four on goal, while Wheeling recorded six shots and three on target. The Cardinals were unable to find the back of the net in the second half, but held firm defensively to secure the shutout.
Goalkeeper
Katelyn MacInnis played all 90 minutes for Wheeling, making four saves to earn her first career clean sheet.
Maira Alevato and
Sophia Bare each recorded two shots, while
Lily Hanna and Alevato each put one attempt on target. The Cardinals also limited Davis & Elkins to zero corner kicks.
Wheeling returns to the road Sunday, October 18, when it travels to face Fairmont State. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m.
