LIVINGSTON, Ala. – The University of West Alabama women's soccer team returns home Sunday, October 11, to host Union University in a Gulf South Conference matchup at the UWA Soccer Field. Kickoff is scheduled for 11 a.m., following the postponement of the originally scheduled match due to inclement weather.
The Tigers enter the matchup at 1-8-1 overall and 0-6-1 in GSC play, while Union comes in at 3-3-4 overall and 3-0-4 in conference action.
Sunday's contest will also serve as Senior Day, as West Alabama recognizes seniors Holly Gillies and Santanna O'Grady for their contributions to the program.
TIGERS' OFFENSE
West Alabama has recorded three goals this season, with Allie Kimbrell and Campbell Wysong each contributing a goal.
Kya Jacobs leads the Tigers with 24 shots and 14 shots on goal, providing a consistent offensive presence. Mikaela Carpino has recorded 14 shots, while Jade Arruda has added 11. Sofia Jimenez Perez has six shots on goal, and Tianna Klysh has contributed one assist.
BETWEEN THE POSTS
Goalkeeper Yumari Hernandez has started all 10 matches for the Tigers, playing 900 minutes. She has recorded 56 saves, a .767 save percentage and a 1.70 goals-against average, along with two shutouts.
SCOUTING UNION
The Bulldogs enter Sunday's matchup with a 3-3-4 overall record and a 3-0-4 mark in GSC play. Union is led offensively by Rebekah Jackson, who has scored nine goals and added one assist for 19 points. Jackson also leads the Bulldogs with 28 shots and 16 shots on goal.
Irene Arias has contributed four goals and two assists for 10 points, while Paige Blackburn has recorded two goals and three assists. Arias has tallied 23 shots, including 11 on target.
In goal, Antia Lopez Rodriguez has started all 10 matches for Union, recording 42 saves and a .764 save percentage. She owns a 1.45 goals-against average and two shutouts across 809 minutes of action.
SERIES HISTORY
West Alabama leads the all-time series against Union, 10-3-2, and holds a 6-1-1 record at home against the Bulldogs.
The Tigers will look to defend their home field and earn a conference result while celebrating Gillies and O'Grady on Senior Day. Kickoff is set for 11 a.m. Sunday, October 11, at the UWA Soccer Field.
