Sarah Smith’s Overtime Winner Sends Christopher Newport to NCAA Division III National Quarterfinals
Key points:
- Sarah Smith's goal in overtime secured a 1-0 victory for Christopher Newport against Virginia Wesleyan University
- The win sends Christopher Newport to the NCAA Division III National Quarterfinals for the third consecutive year
- The team will face Cal Lutheran University in the next round
Sarah Smith’s overtime goal in the first minute sealed a 1-0 victory for Christopher Newport University’s women’s soccer team against No. 23 Virginia Wesleyan University, securing their spot in the NCAA Division III National Quarterfinals. Smith’s 13th career game-winning goal broke the deadlock, propelling the Captains to their third consecutive quarterfinal appearance. The thrilling win was a redemption for last year’s defeat against the same opponent. Christopher Newport’s rock-solid defense and Smith’s clinical finish now set up a clash with Cal Lutheran University in the quarterfinals.
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