Miami Falls at Louisville 2-0
LOUISVILLE, Ky. – The University of Miami soccer team battled but ultimately fell to Louisville, 2-0, Thursday evening at Dr. Mark & Cindy Lynn Stadium.
The Cardinals took the lead in the 17th minute as Emersen Jennings netted home a cross from Liza Sudyam. Louisville struck again just before the half, scoring in the 42nd minute as Lizzie Sexton was able to corral the ball off an Emily Bredek save and double the Cardinals’ advantage.
The Hurricanes came out strong out of the gate in the second half and earned a penalty in the 49th minute, but Emilie Simpson’s attempt was blocked by Erynn Floyd.
Miami registered five shots in the contest, led by Teegan Melenhorst’s two.
Bredek and Atlee Olofson split time in net with Bredek registering a pair of saves while Olofson recorded four.
Miami returns to action Sunday as the Hurricanes take on SMU. Kickoff is slated for 2 p.m. on ACC Network Extra.
