Georgia Southern secured a 2-1 Senior Night win over Troy, ending a two-game skid and moving ahead of the Trojans into a Sun Belt tournament spot. Kendall Wilson scored from the penalty spot, and Kaitlin Cook added the insurance goal before Troy pulled one back late. The Eagles have three regular-season matches left.

By the Numbers
  • Georgia Southern: 8-4-3 overall, 3-3-1 in Sun Belt play.
  • Troy: 3-9-4 overall, 2-4-2 in Sun Belt play.
  • Shots: Georgia Southern 21, Troy 12.
  • Corner kicks: Georgia Southern 11, Troy 3.
Yes, But

Troy scored in the 86th minute, making for a tense finish, but Georgia Southern held on. The Eagles also overcame injuries and players filling unfamiliar roles.

State of Play
  • Georgia Southern moved into one of eight Sun Belt tournament spots, ahead of Troy.
  • The Eagles have three matches remaining and next visit Southern Miss on Sunday.
Bottom Line

The win gives Georgia Southern a timely boost in the postseason race—and a chance to build on a more composed finish after recent late-game setbacks.