GLENDALE, Ariz. — Park-Gilbert women's soccer opened GSAC play in impressive fashion Wednesday evening, earning a 3-1 victory over Arizona Christian University at ACU Soccer Field. Just 3:03 into the match,
Sarai Mizzell found the back of the net off an assist from
Journey Morimoto, giving Park-Gilbert an early 1-0 lead. The Bucs continued to control the momentum, and
Kalei Ganotisi doubled the advantage in the 21st minute with an assist from
Darienne Thompson.
ACU pulled one goal back late in the second half on a penalty kick, but Park-Gilbert quickly answered. In the 74th minute, Mizzell scored her second goal of the night, again assisted by Thompson, to restore the two-goal cushion and secure the 3-1 win.
The Buccaneers finished with 18 shots, including five on goal, while ACU recorded 10 shots and three on target. Park-Gilbert also earned seven corner kicks and limited the Firestorm to just two saves on the night.
Journey Morimoto played all 90 minutes in goal and made two saves.
With the victory, Park-Gilbert improves to 5-1 overall and 1-0 in GSAC play, extending its winning streak to four games and getting conference play off to a strong start. The Buccaneers return to action Wednesday, Sept. 16, at 5 p.m. MST against OUAZ at Spirit Field in Surprise, Ariz.
