Southeastern Louisiana University’s women's soccer team prepares for a pivotal week as they host Troy and Spring Hill College. The Lions, currently 1-1 after a strong 5-1 victory over Louisiana Tech, are set to play Troy on Thursday at 7 p.m. and Spring Hill College on Sunday at 1 p.m. Both matches will be featured on ESPN+, with live stats available on the women's soccer schedule page. Sophomore Alexandra Knight stands out with her impressive hat trick performance last week, earning the Southland Conference Offensive Player of the Week title.

By the Numbers
  • SLU secured a 5-1 victory over Louisiana Tech, scoring three goals in the second half.
  • Alexandra Knight scored three goals, becoming the first Lion with a hat trick since 2018.
Yes, But

While SLU enjoyed a commanding win, Troy is seeking to rebound from a shutout loss against Middle Tennessee, indicating a challenging matchup. Also, Spring Hill College returns with a solid team including its leading scorer from last season.

State of Play
  • SLU's offense is currently aggressive, with Junior Charlotte Lewis and Senior Ella Quinlan also contributing goals.
  • Troy seeks to improve after failing to score in their last match and aims to capitalize on SLU's defensive gaps.
What's Next

Following these home matches, SLU will face Southern Miss in a four-match road stretch starting on August 27. This period will test the team’s resilience as they adapt to away games.

Bottom Line

SLU women's soccer is on an upward trajectory with strong performances, but upcoming matches against Troy and Spring Hill will be crucial. How they perform against teams looking to recover will set the tone for the remainder of the season.