Women’s soccer sweeps Emory and Henry in season opener

September 13, 2017 by Cara Clark

Milligan’s women’s soccer team did not disappoint in their home opener on Wednesday, Sept. 6, as they rolled past Emory and Henry 6-0.

Milligan’s women’s soccer team kicks off the season with a strong attack.

Freshman goalkeeper Eva Bower scoops up the ball.

Sophomore Alyson McMillan crosses the ball in to sophomore Bekah Cundiff to put Milligan up 1-0.

Sophomore Dharma Fawbush squares up to the goal making the score 2-0.

Bekah Cundiff goes one on one with the keeper and earns Milligan another goal.

Emory and Henry goalkeeper Kayla Wright dives for Cundiff’s shot.

Milligan sets up defensively as Emory and Henry prepares to take a corner kick.

Junior Megan Williams goes in for the shot but can’t connect with the back of the net.

Senior Brittany Davis shields an Emory and Henry player from the ball.

Freshman Megan Kent crosses the ball in to set up a play.

Alyson McMillan kicks the ball into play with a corner kick.

Freshman Ellie Cachiaras makes the attack.

Milligan sets up their defense as the referee signals for an indirect kick in the last few minutes of the game.

The team rushes the stands as the crowd cheers them on for their great effort.

Week 46 at Milligan

MONDAY, 11/11

It is Veterans Day, sign a Veteran Card in Derthick 1st floor from 9-11am.

The CMA Reach Q&A is happening at 8pm in the SUB, show up to earn 1 SFP.

TUESDAY, 11/12

Operation Christmas Child is happening during convocation at 11am. For 1 SFP bring 3 items to donate and another SFP for staying and helping to pack boxes.

Trivia Night is happening at 7:30pm in the sub. The topic of the night is Harry Potter & Lord of the Rings, you can also enjoy book/movie themed snacks, while playing in teams with up to 5 players.

Amelia Teri presents her junior voice recital at 7pm, followed by the music student recital at 7:30pm, the recital is happening in Walker Auditorium in Seeger Chapel.

WEDNESDAY, 11/13

Women´s Basketball plays at 5:30pm against Pikeville. The Men´s game takes place at 7:30pm.

THURSDAY, 11/14

In Chapel Dr. Kristal Bohlman is speaking about “Living Worthy of Our Calling”.

Milligan Cycling competes at the Collegiate Mountain Bike Nationals in Bentonville, AR. The event starts with the Dual Slalom.

FRIDAY, 11/15

The Cross-Country Races at the Mountain Bike Nationals are happening.

SATURDAY, 11/16

The Short Track Races at the Mountain Bike Nationals are happening.

Women´s Basketball plays at 2pm against Truett-McConnell, the Men´s game starts at 4pm.

SUNDAY, 11/17

The Opening Reception of the Graphic Design & Interactive Media Design Senior Showcase is taking place from 2-4pm in the Milligan Art Gallery in Derthick Hall.

The Downhill Races and the Team Relay at the Mountain Bike Nationals are happening.

Vespers is happening at 8:30pm.

by Miriam Zeise

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