LSU soccer splits final non-conference games

LSU soccer has concluded its non-conference games following two matches in recent days. On Thursday, the Tigers suffered a 2-0 home defeat against #22 Baylor, while on Sunday, they emerged victorious with a 3-2 win against Miami (OH). LSU's non-conference campaign concludes with a record of 2 wins, 5 losses, and 1 draw.

During Thursday's 2-0 loss, LSU dominated possession, outshooting Baylor 11-9 and registering three shots on target to the Bears' two. Baylor's goalkeeper proved crucial, saving all three of LSU's targeted shots, while both of Baylor's goals were saved by LSU's goalkeeper. Grace White opened the scoring for LSU in the 35th minute with a header in the top left corner of the net, assisted by Sydney Miller's cross.

Olivia Hess doubled LSU's lead in the 79th minute, passing the ball from Kate Runyon to Thresa McCollough, who scored the second goal.

Sunday's 3-2 triumph saw LSU outshooting Miami (OH) 14-9 overall and 7-6 on target. Ava Galligan put LSU ahead in the 15th minute with a one-touch goal after a perfect backpass from Ava Galligan. Senai Rogers scored LSU's second goal in the 35th minute following a corner kick from Ava Galligan. Miami (OH) took the lead in the 55th minute through Coltie Carson's assist by Maris Jennings, making it 2-1.

Ava Amsden scored the game-winning goal in the 69th minute via a penalty kick, giving LSU a 3-2 victory. LSU's overall record against Baylor and Miami (OH) stands at 1-1 and 1-0, respectively. The Tigers are set to begin conference play at the LSU Soccer Complex on Friday, September 11, at 7:00 p.m.