BALTIMORE, Md. – After trailing 1-0 at halftime, the Old Dominion University women’s soccer team rallied to play Towson to a 2-2 draw in the final exhibition match of the 2016 season on a hot Saturday afternoon at the Tiger Soccer Complex.
ODU freshman Keri Vornadore’s (Fairfax, Va.) goal equalized the score at 1-1 in the second half. The Tigers answered right back with a goal in the 72nd minute, giving Towson a 2-1 advantage with 18 minutes remaining.
In the 80th minute, another Lady Monarch newcomer, Talia Tapper (Virginia Beach, Va.), scored from 20 yards out, tying the score and ultimately the match, 2-2.
ODU senior goalkeeper, Erin Kinz (Niagara Falls, N.Y.) protected the net in the first half, while junior newcomer Krista Moisio (Tampere, Finland) played keeper for the second 45 minutes of action.
STATS
ODU: 0-2=2
TOWSON: 1-1=2
NEXT UP FOR THE LADY SOCCER MONARCHS
Old Dominion will open up the 2016 regular season at George Mason on Aug. 19. ODU will have its regular season home opener on Aug. 21 against Richmond.
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Now available are the 2016 ODU Soccer voucher books for $25. With each voucher book fans receive 20 ticket vouchers that can be redeemed at any home women’s (or men's) soccer match throughout the 2016 season. The vouchers can be redeemed in any quantity and represent a 75% savings over purchasing general admission tickets at the gate. Also included for the first 200 purchasers is an official ODU soccer scarf. Voucher books may be purchased at this time by CLICKING HERE or by calling the ODU Ticket Office at 757-683-7087. Books may also be purchased on entry at any home match.
The soccer voucher books make great gifts, are perfect for youth teams or those attending in groups, and for families and fans planning to attend several matches this season. The women’s soccer slate features 10 home matches with several non-conference opponents with regional appeal, including Richmond, VCU, William & Mary and East Carolina.
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