Soccer Blanks Union for First AAC Win

Barbourville, Kentucky- A first-half goal and strong defensive performance helped the Brenau soccer team defeat Union (Ky.) College 1-0 in the Appalachian Athletic Conference (AAC) opener on Saturday.

Freshman Abigail Menjivar scored off a Haley Wilton assist in the 36th minute and the Golden Tiger defense held the host Bulldogs to only three shots on goal to secure the team’s first conference win of the season. For Menjivar, the goal was her second of the season, while Wilton notched her first assist. 

Keeper Jordan Smith saved two shots on goal and the Golden Tigers held a 20-3 shots on goal advantage. 

 Brenau (3-0 overall, 1-0 AAC) continues Appalachian Athletic Conference play on Wednesday when the squad travels to Pikeville (Ky.)  (1-3 overall 0-0 AAC) for a 1 pm matchup.