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The Kansas women’s soccer team secured a notable 1-1 draw against second-ranked Florida State in a thrilling match at Rock Chalk Park. An impressive crowd of over 2,100 witnessed the action, as Kansas rallied after an early goal from Florida State. Player Mary Sola scored her first career goal, leveling the game. With a physical match featuring numerous fouls and cards, Kansas demonstrated resilience and strategic play, outshooting their opponents. Coach Nate Lie praised the team’s performance and highlighted the community support for women’s athletics. Looking ahead, Kansas will face Drake next.
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The Kansas women’s soccer team achieved a hard-earned draw against the second-ranked Florida State Seminoles in a memorable match on August 28, 2025, at Rock Chalk Park. The game concluded with a score of 1-1, marking a significant moment for the Kansas program as they faced an unbeaten opponent on their home turf.
In front of an impressive crowd of 2,108 fans, which stands as the third-largest home attendance in the history of the Kansas women’s soccer program, the match delivered excitement and competitive spirit. Florida State’s Jordynn Dudley netted the first goal just 12 minutes and 46 seconds into the match, putting Kansas on the defensive early. However, the Jayhawks swiftly responded, with Mary Sola scoring her first career goal at 25 minutes and 37 seconds into the game, leveling the score after capitalizing on a rebound from a shot saved by FSU’s goalkeeper, Addie Todd.
The match was physical, featuring a total of 20 fouls, with Kansas committing 11 and Florida State 9. The game also saw five yellow cards issued, three to Florida State and two to Kansas, reflecting the intensity of the matchup.
Kansas demonstrated strategic prowess, outshooting Florida State 14 to 8 overall, including a commanding 8 to 3 advantage in the first half. The Jayhawks created several crucial scoring opportunities throughout the match. Notable performances came from Saige Wimes and Kate Langfelder, each taking three shots. However, one of the standout moments occurred when Wimes found herself in a one-on-one situation with Todd in the second half, only to be thwarted by the Seminoles’ goalie.
Following the match, Kansas head coach Nate Lie expressed pride in his team’s performance against one of the strongest teams in collegiate soccer. Rather than dwelling on the draw, he emphasized the importance of the experience gained from competing at such a high level. The robust support from the crowd played a vital role in motivating the players, according to coach Lie.
Looking forward, Kansas will host Drake, who holds a record of 2-1-2, in their next non-conference match on September 1, 2025, at 6 p.m. This upcoming match presents another opportunity for the Jayhawks to build on the momentum garnered from their performance against Florida State and continue to grow as a competitive force in women’s soccer.
This match against Florida State not only displayed the talent and potential within the Kansas women’s soccer program but also showcased the increasing interest and support for women’s sports in the area. The enthusiastic turnout of fans is indicative of the community’s growing commitment to supporting local athletics and highlights the significance of events of this nature.
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- Kansas Athletics
- Wikipedia: Women’s Soccer in the United States
- CJ Online
- Google Search: Kansas women’s soccer
- The Kansan
- Google Scholar: Women’s Soccer Kansas
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