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KENNESAW, Ga. – Kennesaw State soccer picked up its second Conference USA win in as many games, defeating New Mexico State, 1-0, at home.
Anabel Orozco scored the lone goal of the evening, the seventh in six games and her eighth total. Her eight goals are the most by an Owl in a single season since 2012.
First Half
The first half was a defensive battle that didn't see either team break through until the 43
rd minute. No team recorded a shot in the first 15 minutes of action.
The Black and Gold found some momentum in the late stages of the half. Orozco took a shot, but NMSU's Karolanne Lafortune dove to make the save. The fortune would turn in the Owls' favor as
Ava Bradford drew a foul in the box. Orozco stepped up for the penalty kick and went top left corner for the score.
Second Half
KSU shut down the door defensively. The Aggies generated three corners in a five-minute stretch to start the half, but
Charlee Bernal stood tall, making multiple saves.
NMSU had a chance to equalize the game in the 89
th minute. A ball was whipped in the box off a corner for Filucca Daugaard, who got a head on it but her shot went just wide right.
Up Next
The Black and Gold will have a quick turnaround as they face the Delaware Fightin' Blue Hens this Sunday at Walens Family Field at Fifth Third Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for noon, and the match will be broadcasted live on ESPN+.
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