Friday, August 26
Starkville
7:00 PM
Mississippi State
vs
Lipscomb
Soccer Set For Friday Home Opener Against Lipscomb
August 25, 2016 | Soccer
STARKVILLE, Miss. – Soccer officially returns to Starkville on Friday, as the Mississippi State Bulldogs (1-1-0) host the Lipscomb Bison (1-0-1) at 7 p.m. CT, from the MSU Soccer Field.
Friday's contest against the Bison will mark the second meeting for the programs. In 2015, the Bulldogs took a 2-0 win in Nashville to earn its second win of the season.
"We're excited to return home for two great matchups this weekend," head coach Aaron Gordon said. "Friday's game against Lipscomb will be a good test for our squad, because Lipscomb is coming off a huge win. We're counting on our great fans to fuel our energy tomorrow night to combat Lipscomb's momentum, but we're excited to get back out on the field and look forward to a great game."
The game will be broadcast on SEC Network+, with live stats provided by HailState.com.
Last Time Out:
The Bulldogs split two games at the Charleston Classic last weekend to open the 2016 season, as MSU downed host College of Charleston, 2-0, before dropping a tough contest to No. 17 Virginia Tech, 2-1. Three players scored for State while in Charleston, as freshmen Johanna Hamblett and MaKayla Waldner, along with junior Khalyn Harmon all earned their first collegiate goals.
Scouting Lipscomb:
The Bison are 1-0-1 on the season after downing Vanderbilt and tying Belmont at home to begin the season. Lipscomb has scored three goals on the season as well, but all their production has come from freshman Olivia Doak. The forward earned Atlantic Sun Player of the Week honors after her six-point performance. In 2015, the Bison recorded their second-straight winning season, after posting a 12-4-4 mark.
Keys For MSU:
The Bulldogs have scored three goals in the first two games this season, something last year's squad didn't accomplish until game five of the season. The key for Friday's game will be for MSU to keep pressure on Lipscomb in the attacking third of the field. Forwards Waldner and Mallory Euabnks will be tasked with that assignment as Hamblett and Kennadi Carbin will bring pressure from the midfield.
Up Next:
After Friday's home-opener, the Bulldogs host UT Martin (0-2-0) on Sunday at 1 p.m. CT. The contest will be the lone game for the Skyhawks on the weekend, as MSU prepares for the quick turnaround.
Additional Notes:
How to Watch Friday's Game:
The contest will be available on SEC Network + via WatchESPN.
Live Stats:
Live stats for the home-opener can be found here or by visiting HailState.com.
Admission:
Admission for Friday's game, as with all Bulldog home games, is free.
Promotions:
All students who attend Friday's game against Lipscomb will be awarded double "Hail State Rewards" points. A "Knockerball Tournament" will be held at halftime, with winners being eligible to win a Bulldog Soccer Scarf. An autograph session will immediately follow the game, as fans can pick up this year's soccer poster to be signed by respective players.
Social Media:
For more information on the Mississippi State soccer program, follow "HailStateSOC" on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
Friday's contest against the Bison will mark the second meeting for the programs. In 2015, the Bulldogs took a 2-0 win in Nashville to earn its second win of the season.
"We're excited to return home for two great matchups this weekend," head coach Aaron Gordon said. "Friday's game against Lipscomb will be a good test for our squad, because Lipscomb is coming off a huge win. We're counting on our great fans to fuel our energy tomorrow night to combat Lipscomb's momentum, but we're excited to get back out on the field and look forward to a great game."
The game will be broadcast on SEC Network+, with live stats provided by HailState.com.
Last Time Out:
The Bulldogs split two games at the Charleston Classic last weekend to open the 2016 season, as MSU downed host College of Charleston, 2-0, before dropping a tough contest to No. 17 Virginia Tech, 2-1. Three players scored for State while in Charleston, as freshmen Johanna Hamblett and MaKayla Waldner, along with junior Khalyn Harmon all earned their first collegiate goals.
Scouting Lipscomb:
The Bison are 1-0-1 on the season after downing Vanderbilt and tying Belmont at home to begin the season. Lipscomb has scored three goals on the season as well, but all their production has come from freshman Olivia Doak. The forward earned Atlantic Sun Player of the Week honors after her six-point performance. In 2015, the Bison recorded their second-straight winning season, after posting a 12-4-4 mark.
Keys For MSU:
The Bulldogs have scored three goals in the first two games this season, something last year's squad didn't accomplish until game five of the season. The key for Friday's game will be for MSU to keep pressure on Lipscomb in the attacking third of the field. Forwards Waldner and Mallory Euabnks will be tasked with that assignment as Hamblett and Kennadi Carbin will bring pressure from the midfield.
Up Next:
After Friday's home-opener, the Bulldogs host UT Martin (0-2-0) on Sunday at 1 p.m. CT. The contest will be the lone game for the Skyhawks on the weekend, as MSU prepares for the quick turnaround.
Additional Notes:
- MSU has used the same starting lineup in all exhibition and regular season games this season.
- Goalie Tanya de Souza has stopped 16 shots this season, which ranks second in the SEC
- The trio of Mallory Eubanks, Johanna Hamblett and MaKayla Waldner were all named to the Charleston Classic All-Tournament Team after their performances last weekend.
- The Bulldogs are 3-0-0 all-time against this weekend's opponents
- Last year's home opener was attended by 1,088 fans, which is the most to begin a season in program history
How to Watch Friday's Game:
The contest will be available on SEC Network + via WatchESPN.
Live Stats:
Live stats for the home-opener can be found here or by visiting HailState.com.
Admission:
Admission for Friday's game, as with all Bulldog home games, is free.
Promotions:
All students who attend Friday's game against Lipscomb will be awarded double "Hail State Rewards" points. A "Knockerball Tournament" will be held at halftime, with winners being eligible to win a Bulldog Soccer Scarf. An autograph session will immediately follow the game, as fans can pick up this year's soccer poster to be signed by respective players.
Social Media:
For more information on the Mississippi State soccer program, follow "HailStateSOC" on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
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