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Middle Tennessee Faces Bearkats in Thursday Night Matchup
10/1/2025 3:12:00 PM | Women's Soccer
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Middle Tennessee women's soccer (6-3-3, 1-0-1 CUSA) is set to hit the road for a Conference USA clash at Sam Houston (4-3-2, 1-0-1 CUSA) on Thursday evening. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. CT, with live coverage available on ESPN+.
History vs. Sam Houston
The Blue Raiders are seeking their first win over the Bearkats, trailing the all-time series 0-2-1. The most recent meeting took place on Nov. 6, 2024, during the Conference USA Championships, where the Blue Raiders advanced on penalty kicks, 4-2, in Miami, Fla.
About Middle Tennessee
Senior forward Emma Pettersen leads Middle Tennessee with a career-best five goals this season, including the equalizer in last weekend's draw at Western Kentucky.
The Blue Raiders top Conference USA in shutout percentage, penalty kicks, and shot accuracy for the second consecutive week.
Goalkeeper Demi Gronauer recorded four key saves to help secure a 1-1 result against WKU.
About Sam Houston
Head Coach Kendall Ayers is in her first season at Sam Houston, holding a 4-3-2 record with the Bearkats. She owns a 31-22-9 overall record in her fourth season.
Junior Cadence Sanders was named Conference USA Defensive Player of the Week for Sam Houston.
Game Information
Kickoff will be at 7 pm CT and streamed on ESPN +.
Follow the Blue Raiders
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