Woman's Soccer Game 9/23/11

Ohio State Woman’s Soccer team takes on the Illinois at home, their second game in the Big Ten Conference. Their first Big Ten game was away against Minnesota. The Buckeyes came home with a score of 1-1 tied in double overtime.

The Woman’s soccer team played well against Illinois who is ranked #22.

This was the first game of the season since Ohio State students have returned on campus. There was a small, but supportive student section at the game.

One thing that definitely stood out in this game was Ohio State’s defensive line. They played exceptionally well and throughout most of the game Illinois’ offensive line were no match for them. Illinois offensive line consisted of 2 forwards against OSU’s 3 defenders.

Megan Fuller had a lot of energy and impact in this game. Even from up in the press box, you could see her communicating with fellow teammates and working well with the other players. She was aggressive in the game and had her foot on the ball a lot.

Ohio State’s midfielders also played well. Usually when watching Danica Wu, I see her playing more offensively. In this game however, I saw her set back more and play more defensively. Either way, Danica Wu puts her all into the games. It was interesting to see a different side of her, nonetheless, very impressive. Kiiri Kuld also had her foot on the ball a lot and helped to keep the ball out of Ohio State’s territory.

Katie Baumgardner was also very key in the game. She had some exceptional saves, with some being close calls. She was able to hold down the fort for Ohio State.

The first goal in the game was scored by Ohio State’s Lauren Granberg with assists from Paige Maxwell and Megan Fuller.

Illinois also played well in the game. Illinois had a lot of interesting and unique strategies in this game, especially on their corner kicks. Shayla Mutz, has a good leg on those corner kick, definitely a threat for any team.

It seemed that at most points n the game Illinois wanted to keep Tiffiamy Camaeon from having a foot on tee ball

Stephanie Pouse, defender made a big contribution to her team.

Other key players in the game were Marissa Mykines, who had her foot on the ball a lot with speed and Janelle Flaws, who had excellent control of the ball. Janelle Flaws also made the second goal of the game, unassisted.

The last goal of the game was made by Luaren Granberg with another assist from Paige
Maxwell. Ohio State had victory over Illinois 2-1.