Howard Women’s Soccer 11 Game Winning Streak Comes to an End in NCAA Tournament

CARY, North Carolina -- Howard women's soccer (13-7-2) saw its 11 game winning streak come to an end today. The Bison fell to the University of North Carolina (UNC) Tar Heels (18-3-1) in the 2018 NCAA Soccer Tournament.



The Bison had difficulty taking shots and getting to the goal. In the first half UNC was able to find the net at the 17th, 35th and 44th minute marks. The 3-0 lead was insurmountable. When Howard returned in the second half they still did not have an answer for UNC's defense which held them to just one shot while UNC took 26 shots. The lone Bison shot taken was by freshman Jordan Taylor. Taylor is the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) Freshman of the Year.

UNC Had eight corner kicks while Howard had zero. Goalkeeper Alayah Hightower had seven saves, keeping the Tar Heels from widening the lead. UNC's Bridgette Andrzejewski had two goals. Tar Heel teammates Julia Ashley and Rachel Dorward both made goals. The quick, aggressive play on offense and defense led the Tar Heels to a 4-0 win.

The 2018 season was outstanding despite the tournament loss. Head coach Brent Leiba continues to make historic strides for Howard. In 2015 the Bison made their first NCAA Tournament appearance. Howard will lose a large number of seniors this year. Many of which have played since their 2015 freshmen season - Makela Davidson, Mackenzie Diotte, Dionne Bailey, Jasmin Miller, Marley Christian, Kendall Hamilton and Zakiya Muhammad, Whitney White. The underclassmen returning for the Bison are expected to continue the excellence of Leiba's program.

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