WKU Soccer will host Ohio on Thursday night at 7 p.m. at the WKU Soccer Complex, marking the final non-conference match of the 2024 season. The Hilltoppers will also celebrate Senior Day after the match, honoring the careers of eight players.
At the Game
- Senior Night: WKU will honor seniors Olivia Cooke, Anna Isger, Kayla Meyer, Lily Rummo, Aspen Seaich, Brooke Sleeva, Emma Tompkins, and Kendall Wade.
- Giveaway: The first 100 fans will receive a free Hilltopper Soccer scarf.
- Red Out: Fans are encouraged to wear red in support of the Hilltoppers.
Game Info
- Match: WKU (2-4-0) vs. Ohio (3-1-1)
- Date/Time: Thursday, Sept. 12 | 7 p.m.
- Location: Bowling Green, Ky. | WKU Soccer Complex
- Watch: ESPN+
- Live Stats: Available online
About the Tops
WKU enters the match with a 2-4-0 record, having secured victories over Union (Tenn.) and Evansville. The Hilltoppers have performed well at home, boasting a 2-0 record at the WKU Soccer Complex. Senior Kayla Meyer leads the team in scoring with four goals through six games, including two goals against Union and one each against Evansville and Arkansas State.
Six different Hilltoppers have scored this season, and six players have recorded assists. Maddie Davis, WKU’s starting goalkeeper, has played all six games, earning one shutout this season and nine in her career.
Returning for the Hilltoppers are 17 players from the 2023 season, along with two transfers and seven freshmen. Key returners include Maddie Davis, second-leading scorer Kayla Meyer, and defensive starters Aspen Seaich, Kendall Wade, and Lily Rummo. WKU was picked to finish third in the preseason Conference USA coaches poll and is coming off a third-place finish in CUSA last season with a 4-2-2 conference record.
Series Information
Thursday’s match will mark the first-ever meeting between WKU and Ohio.
Scouting the Bobcats
Ohio, the defending MAC Tournament champions, is off to a strong 3-1-1 start in 2024. The Bobcats have secured wins over Northern Kentucky, Valparaiso, and Marshall, with a tie against Butler and a loss to No. 8 Michigan State. Ohio has been defensively solid, allowing only 0.80 goals per game, while scoring 2.40 goals per game. Scout Murray leads the team with four goals, and eight different Bobcats have found the back of the net this season.
In goal, Celeste Sloma has started all five games, recording three shutouts and a 0.833 goals against average.
WKU looks to close its non-conference schedule on a high note and build momentum heading into Conference USA play.
