Eagles Dominate Manhattan Christian College with a 6-0 Victory in Season Opener
(Ankeny, IA) - The Faith Eagles women's soccer team kicked off their season in style with a commanding 6-0 victory over Manhattan Christian College from Manhattan, KS.
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Team Stats
Manhattan Christian College
| Game Statistics | Manhattan Christian College | Faith Baptist Bible College |
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| Shots (on goal) | 1 (0) | 41 (28) |
| Saves | 22 | 0 |
| Fouls | 6 | 1 |
| Corner Kicks | 0 | 8 |
| Offsides | 0 | 8 |
Playing at home on Pyche Field in Ankeny, IA, the Eagles set the tone early, leading 3-0 at halftime and maintaining their dominance throughout the match.
Eliana Fritz and Abigail Speichinger were the stars of the game, each scoring two goals. Abigail Speichinger also contributed two assists, showcasing her playmaking ability. Annalis Benson and Bethany Speichinger added to the scoreboard with a goal each, while Emily Edwards chipped in with an assist, helping Faith secure their first win of the season.
Faith's defense was nearly impenetrable, allowing only one shot from Manhattan Christian College, while the Eagles fired off 41 shots of their own. This relentless pressure kept the visitors on the back foot and ensured that the Eagles controlled the pace of the game from start to finish.
With this victory, Faith starts the season 1-0-0 and will look to build on their momentum as they prepare for their next match. The Eagles will host their next game on Saturday, August 31, at 3:15 p.m. against Providence University College on Pyche Field.
