University of Tennessee Athletics
Soccer Central: UT vs. ETSU
August 26, 2016 | Soccer
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. -- The Volunteers conclude their four-game homestand on Sunday night at 6 p.m. when they welcome in-state foe East Tennessee State to Regal Soccer Stadium.
GAME INFO
Tennessee (1-2) vs. ETSU (2-0)
- Opponent: ETSU Buccaneers
- Date/Time: Sunday, Aug. 28 at 6 p.m. ET
- Location/Venue: Knoxville, Tenn./Regal Soccer Stadium
- TV: None
- Gametracker: UTSports.com
TEAM INFO
Tennessee Volunteers
Roster Schedule StatsETSU Buccaneers
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Tennessee is coming off a tough 1-0 loss to Washington on Thursday night. The Vols outshot the Huskies 14-9 and had numerous chances to tie the game in the second half, but were unable to find the equalizer.
Despite the loss, UT had three players return from injury, headlined by forward Hannah Wilkinson, who led the team with three shots on goal in the match. The majority of the Vols’ chances came off of corner kicks, as the Vols had 12 in the game compared to just four from UW.
Vols’ Success vs. In-State Foes
Tennessee is 25-12-5 all-time against teams from the Volunteer state, including a perfect 4-0 against ETSU. The Vols are even more dominant at home, posting a 15-5-2 record against in-state opponents in Knoxville.
UT Getting Healthy
The Vols received a boost with the return of three key players from injury this week. Wilkinson, Carlyn Baldwin and Mackenzie Gouner all made their season debuts in Thursday’s loss to the Huskies. Wilkinson, UT’s active leader in goals (22) and points (53), led the team with three shots on goal while playing 69 minutes. Gouner played 67 minutes on the back line and nearly tied the game in the second half, but had her header cleared off the goal line by a defender. Baldwin started in the midfield and played 76 minutes.
Stingy Defensive Effort Continues
The Big Orange have picked up where they left off defensively from 2015. After ranking second in the SEC in goals allowed (18), GAA (0.93) and shutouts (nine) last year, the Vols have allowed just two goals in three games so far this season. UT has outshot its opponents 49-33 this year and is averaging over 16 shots per contest.
Vols Tabbed Ninth in SEC Preseason Poll
UT was picked to finish ninth in the SEC this season by the league’s 14 head coaches in the preseason poll. Defending regular-season and tournament champion, Florida, was picked to win the league. View the entire preseason poll HERE.
Ticket Information
No tickets needed. Admission to all Tennessee soccer home games is FREE!
Know the Foe
ETSU
The Bucs enter Sunday’s contest at 2-0 on the season after posting back-to-back 1-0 victories over USC Upstate and Radford. ETSU returns 19 letterwinners and 10 starters from last year’s team and was picked to finish fifth in the SoCon Preseason Coaches’ Poll. They are led by preseason all-conference selections Molly Collinson (six goals & eight assists in 2015) and Emily McKerlie. Senior goalkeeper Jasmine Elliott set the program record for career shutouts in the Bucs season-opening victory over USC Upstate last week.
UT’s All-Time Record vs. ETSU: 4-0 (UT won the last meeting, 3-0, on Sept. 21, 2014)
Promotions/Giveaways
Check out the promotions that will be going on at Sunday’s game below.
- Soccer Sundae: First 100 children get a scoop of ice cream and can make their own sundaes.
- Postgame Autographs
Fan Information/Stadium Policies
Please be advised that the university’s new bag policy for all of its athletic venues will be in effect for this event. In order to enhance safety and expedite fan entry at Tennessee athletic events, the university is implementing new safety policies for fans bringing bags into all athletic venues.
Only one clear plastic bag no larger than 12 inches by 6 inches by 12 inches or a one-gallon, clear, resealable plastic storage bag per person will be permitted. Fans will also be allowed a small clutch purse not to exceed 4.5 inches by 6.5 inches. Fans interested in purchasing an approved clear bag may visit the Official Team Store at Neyland Stadium, VolShop locations in the Student Union, 17th & Cumberland Avenue and University Commons; as well as other area retailers.
For more information on the new bag policy click HERE.
What’s Next?
The Vols hit the road for the first time this season as they head to Utah to battle No. 14 BYU on Friday, Sept. 2 at 6 p.m.
