Pioneers Blank Austin College 2-0

SHERMAN, Tex. -- Wayland Baptist women's soccer continued its strong start to the 2025 season, earning a 2-0 victory over Austin College Friday evening at the Pierce Complex. The win improves the Pioneers to 2-0 overall.
 
The Pioneers controlled the pace throughout, outshooting the Kangaroos 10-7 and placing four shots on frame. Cecilia Lopez opened the scoring in the 25th minute, finding the back of the net for her first goal of the season.
 
Wayland doubled its lead in the 73rd minute when sophomore forward Aniyah Perez struck for her second goal in as many matches.
 
Defensively, the Pioneers were rock solid. Goalkeeper Ashley Lopez played a flawless 90 minutes without facing a shot on goal, as WBU limited Austin to just seven shots – none on target – for the match.
 
Wayland's back line, anchored by Narriah Gomez, Ashley Perez, and Talia Gisonni, kept the Kangaroos from generating quality chances, while the midfield pushed forward to create scoring opportunities.
 
With the win, the Pioneers move to 2-0 on the young season and now turn their attention to the home opener. Wayland Baptist will host its first match at Hilliard Field on Wednesday, September 3 at 5:00 p.m.