TAT: Hogs Soccer Reaches Uncharted Territory

This article also appeared online at The Arkansas Traveler website, uatrav.com, on September 2, 2013.


For the first time in UA history, the Arkansas women’s soccer team is 4-0. The Razorbacks picked up their fourth win of the season by defeating Missouri State 3-0 Sunday.

Arkansas dominated the entire game, holding the Bears to only three shots in the game. They picked up their first goal in the 40th minute, when senior Yvonne DesJarlais scored on an assist by freshman Rachel Riggs.

Senior Evan Palmer tacked on another goal in the 58th minute, followed by senior Ashleigh Ellenwood’s team-leading third goal of the season in the 63rd minute.

Ellenwood also had the assist on Palmer’s goal, while junior Allie Tripp picked up her team-leading third assist on Ellenwood’s goal.

Ten of the Razorbacks’ 24 shots were on goal, compared to none by Missouri State.

“It was a complete team effort tonight. This team is relentless,” head coach Colby Hale said. “Their work rate is pretty remarkable. Missouri State is a fantastic defensive team, but overall I thought we were able to create some chances. We have a lot to work on to reach our potential, but I am pleased with where we are.”

The historic 4-0 start is just one of several accomplishments by Hale in his two seasons at Arkansas. Last year, he led Arkansas to their first Southeastern Conference tournament since 2000, a school-record six SEC wins and their first victory over a ranked opponent.

The Razorbacks return to Fayetteville for a match against Tulsa Wednesday at 7 p.m.