Johnson defeats Thomas College 4-0

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Kylie Aither goes for a goal

Johnson State College women’s soccer picked up a 4-0 decision to visiting Thomas College, Saturday afternoon at Johnson State. The Badgers advance to to 5-2 on the season and 1-0 in North Atlantic Conference (NAC) play while the Terriers slide to 3-5 overall and 0-1 in the NAC.

Johnson used goals from Shannon Larkin, Casey Hutchinson, Maddison Prescott and Kylie Aither to shutout the visiting Terriers. Aither also tallied three assists on the afternoon.

Johnson’s goals came in the ninth, 18th, 78th and 81st minutes.

In goal for Johnson, Shannon Grier picked up her first win and shutout of the season, making eight saves. Paige Leary was saddled with the loss despite her strong effort.

The Badgers are back in action on Saturday, Sept 27th for a 1:00pm game against Maine Maritime Academy.