The Salem University women's soccer team earned a 1-0 victory over Christendom on Saturday, securing a hard-fought shutout victory.
The Tigers got on the scoreboard in the 21st minute when Tomina Rihpa found the back of the net with an unassisted goal to give Salem a 1-0 advantage.
Salem controlled the offensive pressure throughout the match, finishing with a 24-7 advantage in shots and putting 13 shots on target. The Tigers also earned seven corner kicks while holding Christendom without a corner.
Defensively, Salem kept Christendom off the scoreboard for the full 90 minutes. Alissa Brixander recorded five saves in goal to earn the shutout.
Rihpa led the Tigers with seven shots and three shots on goal, while Armani Fulton added five shots and three shots on target. Alanyss Cabrera recorded three shots, including two on goal.
Salem held a 12-2 advantage in shots during the first half before finishing the match with a 12-5 edge in the second half.
The Tigers return to action on Tuesday at 4pm.
