Thursday, September 18
Troy, Ala. / Troy Soccer Complex
7 p.m.
Southern Miss
2-6-1, 1-1-0
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0
Troy
5-3-1, 0-1-1
1
2
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Southern Miss
0
1
1
Troy
0
0
0
Southern Miss Shuts Out Troy for Key Sun Belt Victory
9/18/2025 9:28:00 PM | Women's Soccer
TROY, Ala. – Southern Miss women's soccer (2-6-1, 1-1-0 SBC) earned a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Troy (5-3-1, 0-1-1 SBC) on Thursday night at the Troy Soccer Complex, thanks to a standout performance from goalkeeper Maddie Ellis.
The Golden Eagles struck in the 64th minute when Chloe Taylor netted her first goal of the season, slotting home a right-footed finish into the top left corner. From there, it was all about defensive resilience, as Ellis delivered a commanding performance between the posts.
Ellis finished with a season-high 12 saves, controlling her penalty area and frustrating a relentless Troy attack. The effort not only preserved the win but also marked her first solo clean sheet of the 2025 campaign, showcasing her growth as a leader at the back.
Southern Miss produced 11 total shots, including seven on goal, and leaned on disciplined defending to withstand Troy's 21-shot barrage. The Golden Eagles held firm late, denying multiple quality chances and securing their second win of the season while evening their Sun Belt record at 1-1-0.
The result reflects the team's continued progress, with Ellis' heroics in net serving as a defining moment in the Golden Eagles' season so far.
Up Next
Southern Miss returns home to the Marshall Bell Track & Field and Soccer Complex on Sunday, Sept. 21, for a 1 p.m. CT kickoff against South Alabama. Admission is free.
For the latest information on Southern Miss Soccer, follow the program on Facebook (facebook.com/SouthernMissSoccer), X (@SouthernMissSoc), and Instagram (@southernmisssoccer).
The Golden Eagles struck in the 64th minute when Chloe Taylor netted her first goal of the season, slotting home a right-footed finish into the top left corner. From there, it was all about defensive resilience, as Ellis delivered a commanding performance between the posts.
Ellis finished with a season-high 12 saves, controlling her penalty area and frustrating a relentless Troy attack. The effort not only preserved the win but also marked her first solo clean sheet of the 2025 campaign, showcasing her growth as a leader at the back.
Southern Miss produced 11 total shots, including seven on goal, and leaned on disciplined defending to withstand Troy's 21-shot barrage. The Golden Eagles held firm late, denying multiple quality chances and securing their second win of the season while evening their Sun Belt record at 1-1-0.
The result reflects the team's continued progress, with Ellis' heroics in net serving as a defining moment in the Golden Eagles' season so far.
Up Next
Southern Miss returns home to the Marshall Bell Track & Field and Soccer Complex on Sunday, Sept. 21, for a 1 p.m. CT kickoff against South Alabama. Admission is free.
For the latest information on Southern Miss Soccer, follow the program on Facebook (facebook.com/SouthernMissSoccer), X (@SouthernMissSoc), and Instagram (@southernmisssoccer).
Team Stats
USM
TROY
Goals
1
0
Shots
11
21
Shots on Goal
7
12
Saves
12
5
Corners
1
10
Fouls
9
4
Scoring Plays
Chloe Taylor (1)
GOAL by USM Taylor, Chloe.
64:14
Game Leaders
Players
Shots
2
SOG
1
Goals
1
Assists
0
Shots
2
SOG
2
Goals
0
Assists
0
Shots
2
SOG
2
Goals
0
Assists
0
Shots
1
SOG
1
Goals
0
Assists
0
Players Mentioned
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