MORROW, Ga. – The Christian Brothers University women's soccer team battled for 90 minutes Sunday afternoon, but the Bucs fell 2-1 on the road at Clayton State.
CBU struck first in the 18th minute when Karis Klindtworth found the back of the net off an assist from Ellen Gaudry, giving the Bucs an early 1-0 lead. Klindtworth finished the match with three shots, including two on goal.
The Bucs continued to compete after the equalizer, entering halftime tied at 1-1. CBU recorded five shots during the opening half, while Kaylee Allen helped keep the Bucs within striking distance with a save in goal.
CBU came out of halftime looking to regain the lead and generated several quality opportunities. Chloe May, Klindtworth, Cristal Tellez, Julia Brandao and Savannah Askew all recorded second-half shots, with May, Klindtworth, Tellez and Askew putting attempts on frame.
The Bucs continued to pressure late in the match. Askew put a shot on goal in the 86th minute, while CBU earned a corner kick in the 88th minute as the Bucs searched for the equalizer. Despite the late push, CBU was unable to find the tying goal before the final whistle.
CBU finished the match with 11 shots, including six on goal. Klindtworth led the Bucs with three shots, while Askew added two. Gaudry, May, Tellez, Brandao and Ellie Carico also recorded shots.
Allen played all 90 minutes in goal for CBU and recorded one save.
The Bucs return to action looking to bounce back from the road setback and continue their 2026 season.
CBU moves to 1-3-0 on the season.
