CORAL GABLES, Fla. — The University of Miami soccer team picked up its second clean sheet in its first three matches, playing the Florida Gators to a 0-0 tie Thursday evening at Cobb Stadium.
“It was a fast-paced and physical game,” Miami head coach Sarah Barnes said. “It threw some challenges that we haven’t quite seen yet. The biggest thing for us is continuing to improve on our ability to recognize what the opponent is giving us and execute at a higher level, so that we can be more dangerous on our attack. There were times where the recognition and execution got away from us, so that’s what our focus will be.”
The Hurricanes (1-0-2) not only had to battle the Gators (2-0-1), but also the elements as inclement weather surrounded South Florida.
In the first half, Florida fired six shots, including four on target, but Miami goalkeeper Melissa Dagenais dazzled in her 10th career shutout.
After the Gators were awarded a free kick just outside the 18-yard box, Florida midfielder Oakley Rasmussen blasted a shot toward the net.
Dagenais corralled the rocket for her third save of the night, becoming the first Hurricane to eclipse 200 career saves since Phallon Tullis-Joyce in 2018.