Six Freshmen Make Collegiate Debut for Soccer

WEST POINT, Ga. - Six Wesleyan College soccer players made their collegiate debut in the Pioneers' 7-0 loss at Point University.

The Skyhawks (2-1-0) were formerly known as the Atlanta Christian College Chargers, a rival in a variety of sports for Wesleyan (0-1-0).

Freshman goalkeeper Abby Stephens stepped into a big pair of shoes replacing NCAA record-setter Emily Epperson and made a mark of her own, recording 11 saves while facing 45 shots.

"This was the first match for us to really use our formations and approach against an opponent," said third-year head coach Michael Spivey. "We put people in new positions and I think the way that the players grasped our concepts is encouraging for the rest of the year."

Wesleyan returns to action on Tuesday when they host Judson College in the home opener. Kickoff is scheduled for 6:00pm at the Mathews Athletic Complex.