August 21, 2005
Soccer
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

SYCAMORES TOP DEPAUW, 2-1

GREENCASTLE, Ind. – The Indiana State women’s soccer team closed its exhibition slate with a 2-1 victory over DePauw University on Sunday (August 21). The win evens the Trees mark (1-1) in exhibition play.
   The Sycamores first goal came from junior Beth Wagonhoffer, while Lauren Podolski tallied the second mark for ISU off a feed from Amanda Gogel. Head coach Vernon Croft was pleased with the effort in the win after suffering a defeat to Memphis University on Saturday (August 20).
   “With every game you hope to get better,” noted Croft. “Yesterday (against Memphis) we were working to figure out where certain players would fit in the lineup. Today we were able to get a win against a nationally ranked Division III program.”
Croft used all three of his goalkeepers in net during the scrimmage. Starting goalkeeper    Rachel Rudzis played the bulk of the match, tallying 55 minutes. Brittany Caraboa played 20 minutes in goal, while Lenea Harless saw 15 minutes of action between the pipes.
   “We have a young team and it was good to get some game-action before we start the season against Ball State next week,” said Croft. “It’s been a long camp, and the players are excited to start the season.”
   ISU opens the regular on Friday (August 26) when the Sycamores host Ball State University at 4:00 p.m. After nine non-conference matches, the Sycamores begin the Missouri Valley Conference schedule on September 30 against Missouri State.

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