PRESCOTT, Ariz. — Embry-Riddle overcame an early deficit with three second-half goals to defeat Soka 3-1 on Thursday at Varsity Field in Prescott.
Soka took a 1-0 lead in the 10th minute, but the Eagles answered quickly after halftime. Josie Young leveled the match in the 47th minute, scoring off an assist from Kaitlyn Roskopf.
Samantha Wright put Embry-Riddle ahead in the 60th minute, finishing a pass from Molly Newlin. Leah Barone added an insurance goal in the 85th minute with an assist from Jamie Brandon.
The Eagles dominated possession and offensive opportunities, outshooting Soka 28-4 and placing 11 shots on goal. Tessa Updegraff led Embry-Riddle with five shots, while Wright and Brandon each added four attempts.
Goalkeeper Maile Kahele made two saves to help secure the victory.
ERAU will host The Master's University on Saturday with kickoff scheduled for 1pm.
