JACKSON, Tenn. — Mississippi Col. blanked Union (TN) 3-0 on Sunday at the Smith Memorial Soccer Complex. Mississippi Col. capitalized early with two first-half goals and maintained their lead with a third goal in the second half. The Choctaws' defense was solid, with the goalkeeper making five saves to secure the shutout.

The first period began with Mississippi College establishing an early rhythm, as Parker St. Amant found the back of the net in the sixth minute to give the visiting team an initial 1-0 lead. Mississippi College maintained offensive pressure, with Abby Badurak doubling the advantage in the 29th minute, assisted by Paula Catalan. Celine Grothe contributed defensively with key saves, ensuring the Choctaws maintained control throughout the period. As the first half concluded, Mississippi College held a 2-0 lead over Union (TN).

The second period began with The Blue and Gold maintaining defensive pressure and creating scoring opportunities. Early on, Cooper Holmes and Amelie Spandet Wittenkamp each tested Union's goalkeeper, Antia Lopez Rodriguez, but their shots were saved. Mississippi College's defense remained resilient, with Grothe notably saving a shot in the 80th minute to keep the scoreline intact.

As the period progressed, Mississippi College capitalized on their consistent offensive pressure. Jaylen Bodry broke through in the 88th minute, scoring the period's decisive goal to extend the lead. The defense held firm through the remaining minutes, with Grothe making another crucial save in the closing moments. The period concluded with The Blue and Gold securing a 3-0 victory over Union (TN).

Mississippi College took control in the first half with two goals, establishing a 2-0 lead over Union (TN). Parker St. Amant opened the scoring in the 6th minute, capitalizing on an early corner kick opportunity. The Choctaws extended their advantage when Abby Badurak netted a goal in the 29th minute, assisted by Paula Catalan. Mississippi College's defense was solid, with Celine Grothe making crucial saves on Union's attempts, including one in the 39th minute, maintaining the shutout through the half.

Mississippi College controlled the second period, culminating in a late goal by Jaylen Bodry at the 88th minute to secure a 3-0 victory over Union (TN). Mississippi College's defense was pivotal, with goalkeeper Celine Grothe making crucial saves, including a stop against a bottom-left shot by Lucia Revuelto at 84:42. Despite a high foul count, The Blue and Gold's pressure resulted in a superior shot accuracy, testing Union's goalkeeper Antia Lopez Rodriguez throughout the match.

Celine Grothe recorded five saves to secure a shutout in the match. Jaylen Bodry scored one goal on two shots, with both attempts on target. Paula Catalan contributed with an assist and registered one shot on goal. Parker St. Amant netted the game-winning goal, converting her only shot of the match.

Mississippi Col. Top Performers

Celine Grothe  
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- Five saves  
- 90 minutes played  
- One shutout  

Jaylen Bodry  
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- Two shots  
- Two shots on goal  
- One goal  

Parker St. Amant  
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- One shot  
- One shot on goal  
- One goal  
- One game-winning goal  

Paula Catalan  
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- One shot  
- One shot on goal  
- One assist  

Abby Badurak  
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- Two shots  
- One shot on goal  
- One goal  

Mississippi College advanced to 3-4-1 overall and 2-1-1 in conference play following their victory. Union (TN) now held a 2-1-3 overall record and a 1-1-1 mark in conference play after the defeat. Read Full Article