MORROW, Ga. – September 28, 2011 – Facing the No. 11-ranked team in the nation in Division II, the Clayton State Laker women’s soccer team put a valiant effort on Wednesday. However, they came up short in their conquest.

Two second-half goals proved to be the difference as visiting North Georgia topped the Lakers 2-0 in Peach Belt Conference action at Laker Field. Clayton State has now dropped three straight to fall to 3-5 overall and 0-3 in the Peach Belt. Meanwhile, North Georgia remains undefeated at 8-0 overall and 4-0 in the Peach Belt.

“I thought our girls gave a good account of themselves tonight,” said Clayton State head coach Gareth O’Sullivan. “We gave the No. 11-ranked team in the nation a great game, which is very encouraging.”

Clayton State stayed toe-to-toe with North Georgia in the first half, battling to a scoreless tie. But North Georgia cashed in when needed in the second half.

The Saints got their first goal in the 56^th minute when Emily Dover scored from the right side of the penalty box off a Laker deflection. Abby Trevino provided the assist. North Georgia got some needed insurance in the 79^th minute when Caroline Wallace scored on a header off an assist by Dover.

North Georgia out-shot Clayton State 11-6 for the game. Laker goalkeeper Laoise O’Driscoll recorded five saves, while her North Georgia counterpart Kirsten Ross had one save.

Clayton State plays host to in-state rival Georgia College in Peach Belt action on Saturday at 5 p.m. at Laker Field. 

—CSU—