The Detroit Mercy women's soccer team is set to continue their season with a match against Toledo on Thursday, August 20, after securing a 1-0 home-opening victory over Eastern Michigan. In that game, Emma Henry netted the game-winner late in the second half, while goalie Eva Hill notched her first shutout with seven saves. This matchup will be crucial as UDM faces an opponent they've struggled against historically, losing their last five encounters with Toledo, who currently holds a record of 0-1.

By the Numbers
  • Detroit Mercy holds a 1-1 record for the season after their recent win.
  • Toledo comes into the game with an 0-1 record following a loss at Dayton.
State of Play
  • The Titans have strived to turn around their program after finishing last in the Horizon League last season.
  • Head Coach Steve Shelton aims to build on last year’s brief success, where they finished third in the league standings.
What's Next

If Detroit Mercy secures a win against Toledo, it could provide significant momentum as they prepare for upcoming matches against other MAC rivals and further establish their competitiveness this season.

Bottom Line

The Titans must leverage their recent victory to build consistency and confidence — a win against Toledo is crucial to setting a positive tone for the remainder of the season.