GAME DETAILS
University of the Ozarks 2, McMurry University 1
Records: University of the Ozarks (5-4-0, 1-4-0 ASC), McMurry University (2-7-0, 0-4-0 ASC)
Thursday, Sept. 28, 2017
Clarksville, Arkansas | Hurie Soccer Field
THE BASICS
Ozarks did exactly what it needed to do to grab its first conference win of the season. CJ Burns provided the Eagles with two spectacular goals from 35 yards and 25 yards. Both of her shots sailed over the keeper's head. Ozarks did have to fight back from a 1-0 halftime deficit. Burns scored off a free kick in the 54th minute and then provided the game-winner in the 72nd minute.
SCORING SUMMARY
1. 8:40 - MCMURRY - Karen Rocha (Emily Fisher)
2. 53:43 - OZARKS - CJ Burns (unassisted)
3. 71:32 - OZARKS - CJ Burns (unassisted)
KEY STATISTICS
The Eagles scored twice in the second half to overcome a 1-0 halftime deficit. CJ Burns boosted the offensive attack with two goals.
COACH DREYER QUOTE
"As a staff, we couldn't be more proud of this group. McMurry took the lead in an unlucky set piece goal. We regrouped at halftime, made a couple of adjustments and came out eager to get the win. CJ Burns capitalized on two great opportunities. Today was a whole team effort to come back from a 1-0 deficit."
OZARKS STARTERS
Kiara Henry, Joey Long, Chance Koy, Katherine Zamora, Micaela Winters, Georgia Warren, Breanna Aguilar, Olivia Allard, Rebecca Peterson, CJ Burns, Falon Hanson
OZARKS SUBSTITUTES
Christina Waddle, Makayla Davis, Brittanie Gragg
EAGLES' NEXT MATCH
The Eagles will host Hardin-Simmons University September 30.
