GRAMBLING, La. l The Grambling State University women's soccer team were defeated by Jackson State, 2-0, on Friday, but the Lady Tigers secured another overall and conference win against Southern, 4-0, on Sunday.

"I'm really proud of how our team played today, being able to bounce back from a tough loss on Friday," said head coach Justin Wagar. "Offensively we scored some great goals off crosses, including two header goals. Our team did well defensively to limit Southern's shots."

Sunday's game was Senior Day as three Senior Lady Tigers- Hanna Johnson, Florence David and Katie Conn were recognized.

Grambling State's (7-9-1, 4-3-0 SWAC) first goal was scored in the first period by Jordyn King, who was assisted by Kailey Pena. Pena assisted teammate Michaela Danyo in the second goal, giving the Lady Tigers a 2-0 advantage over Southern (2-10-1, 1-5-1). The third goal and final goals were both recorded by Haylee O'Leary, who was assisted by Kennedy Moore and Sarah Teubner respectively.

Inside the Numbers 
> Goalkeeper Rachel Pugh recorded two saves
> Southern's goal keeper Chioma Eriken registered 10 saves
> Grambling State finished with 26 shots, 14 on target
> Southern tallied 4 shots, two on target
> There were a total of 20 fouls called between both teams 

News and Notes
> Since 2010, both teams have won four games each
> Today's win breaks the series tie, giving Grambling State the 5-4 series lead

Up Next
Grambling State returns to action on the road Friday, Oct. 25 in conference play versus Texas Southern University. Game time is set for 7 p.m. 

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