DETROIT -- The Wayne State University women's soccer program (5-0 overall, 1-0-0 GLIAC) will host Purdue Northwest (2-3-1 overall, 0-2-0 GLIAC) in its first GLIAC home match on Friday, Sept. 18 at 6 p.m. Live video coverage of the contest will be streamed on
FloCollege and ticket information can be found
here.
TEAM RECORDS
The Warriors enter Friday with an unbeaten 5-0 mark, backed by four non-league triumphs (Northwood 2-0, Detroit Mercy 1-0, Ohio Dominican 4-0 and Madonna 2-0) along with a 2-1 GLIAC victory at Ferris State last week. The Lions bring a 2-3-1 overall record into Detroit, featuring victories against Truman State (4-0) and Winona State (3-0), a 1-1 draw at Quincy and league losses to Davenport (0-1) and Parkside (0-1).
LEADING THE WARRIORS
Wayne State's flawless start has been spearheaded by forward
Sienna Mroue (Dearborn, Mich.), the reigning GLIAC Offensive Player of the Week. Mroue sits atop the conference leaderboard with six goals and three game-winning tallies, accounting for six of the team's 11 goals, and is coming off a multi-goal performance in last week's victory over Ferris State.
Mairin Wessner (Northville, Mich. [Dayton]),
Ellie Whalen (Commerce Township, Mich. / Pontiac Notre Dame Prep) and
Jenna Moeller (Center Line, Mich. / Warren Regina [Siena Heights]) round out the Warriors' goal scorers, supported by a collective six assists across the roster.
Defensively WSU has outscored opponents 11-1 while holding a commanding 35-16 advantage in shots on goal. The backline effort has been anchored by defenders
Reagan Brengman (Harrison Township, Mich. / Warren Regina [Northwood]) and Whalen, who have both earned GLIAC Defensive Player of the Week accolades this season. In goal, redshirt sophomore keeper
Kate Helfen (Troy, Mich. [Cincinnati]) has guarded the goal, allowing just one goal while recording 10 saves across 360 minutes of action.
QUOTING COACH STEINARD
"This weekend is a great opportunity to continue to build our program. The support that was shown at our first ever home game was amazing. We hope to make our fans proud and continue being competitive in our first home GLIAC weekend."
LEADING THE LIONS
Purdue Northwest has generated nine goals through six matches, led by three goals apiece from senior midfielder Nayla Pena and sophomore forward Sophia Carbone. Senior goalkeeper Meta Fischer leads the Lions in the net, recording 27 saves against five goals allowed.
PRESEASON POLLS
WSU was picked seventh in the GLIAC preseason poll, while Purdue Northwest was selected eighth in the 10-team conference standings.
UP NEXT
Wayne State remains at the WSU Soccer Complex to host Davenport on Sunday, Sept. 20 at 1 p.m.
TICKETS
Soccer: Adult - $10
Senior (65 & Up) - $5
Child (age 6-12) - $5
Group (Must have Minimum of 10 Tickets to Qualify) - $8
WSU Faculty, Staff, Alumni, W-Club - $8
WSU Students (with OneCard) and Children 5 and Under are Free.
Seating is General Admission (G.A.) in Bleachers. NO PERSONAL CHAIRS ALLOWED. Bleacher buddy seats are allowed.
PARKING
Designated lot (Lot 50) for game day is located off of Warren Avenue. Parking is FREE on game day.
FANS ENTRANCE
Walk north from Lot #50 to the Football Ticket Booths to purchase tickets. Then proceed through the ticket booths and head west to the bleachers inside the Soccer Complex.
*Please Note: There is ongoing construction around the Soccer Complex. The north entrance (off the Service Drive) is closed. All guests must enter through the south gates.
*No visiting team Pass Lists are provided. Ticket booths open one (1) hour prior to kick-off of any game.
Safety (Prohibited items)
Safety is one of the highest priorities at Wayne State University and the Warriors will take every reasonable step to aid the safety of everyone entering the athletic facilities. The WSU administration directs several important security measures in accordance with security regulations and in conjunction with local, state and federal law enforcement agencies:
• The following items are prohibited:
o Coolers and hard-sided bags and containers
o Alcohol, tobacco or any illegal substances
o Glass, cans and plastic bottles
o Firearms or knives
o Only service animals for people with disabilities are allowed into the stadium and arena.
o Beach balls, blow horns and all other distracting noisemakers.
o Any other devices that may interfere with and/or distract any sports participant, other patron, audio or audio/visual telecast or recording of the game or any technology-related service provided in the facilities.
o Guests who are or appear to be intoxicated and/or unmanageable will not be permitted into any facilities.
· Please note that personal chairs and bags over 7" x 5" x 2" are not permitted.
Fan Code of Conduct Policy
Today we ask for enthusiastic support of your team. We also ask that you exhibit behavior that supports the student-athletes from both institutions by honoring our request that you treat all fans, officials, coaches and student-athletes with respect. Failure to act in such a manner could be grounds for removal from this match.
First Aid
In the event of a medical emergency, please notify one of the event staff or police officers in your area.
Lost and Found
Reports of lost and found items can be made with any identifiable Game Day Staff personnel.
