The Murray State soccer team made history on Sunday, Sept. 11, when it won its 200th game as a program.

On Senior Day, the Racers defeated the Lions of Lindewood University by a score of 3-1 after a strong showing on both sides of the ball.

The first goal of the game came in the 20th minute when Lindenwood’s junior forward Lauren Tyson was able to hit the back of the net. The goal was assisted by the Lions’ freshman forward Lily Sutter.

Murray State was able to quickly respond after going down 1-0 thanks to a goal from senior midfielder Lauren Payne, tying it up in the 24th minute. Senior defender Saraya Young and junior defender Camille Barber both earned assists on Payne’s goal. 

Junior defender Riley Johnson followed soon after with a goal in the 28th minute, putting the Racers up 2-1. The goal was assisted by Barber, her second assist on the day. 

The Racers were able to keep the game out of reach in the 62nd minute when senior midfielder Grace Bodker kicked the ball into the back of the net. Freshman forward Sydney Etter and Young were both credited for an assist on the goal. 

The Racers finished the game, outshooting the Lions 21-3. Murray State had 10 shots on target compared to Lindenwood’s three. The Racers also controlled the ball for 53% of the match. 

Lindenwood committed nine fouls, four more than Murray State. Both teams finished the matchup with six corner kicks each. 

Barber finished the game with two assists in 84 minutes played. Young also finished with two assists in 69 minutes played. Racers’ senior goalie Jenna Villacres played the entirety of the second half and saved two goals. 

Payne had two shots on goal in 71 minutes, one accounting for one of Murray State’s three goals. Johnson was efficient in 34 minutes played, shooting the ball on target twice and scoring once. Bodker played 69 minutes and finished the game with two shot attempts and a goal. 

Seniors Bodker, Payne, Young, Villacres, goalie Jamie Skarupsky, forward Parker Greer and forward Marti Floyd were all honored following the Racers’ first win of the season for Senior Day.

The Racers are now 1-5-1 on the season and will host Oklahoma University at noon on Sunday, Sept. 18, on Cutchin Field. 

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