The Basics
Score: Charleston Southern 0 – Radford 2
Record: CSU (5-7-4, 2-4-1) – RAD (9-4-1, 6-1-0)
Location: Cupp Stadium

RADFORD, Va. – The Charleston Southern women's soccer team battled for 90 minutes, but came up short against first-place Radford, falling 2-0 on Saturday afternoon at Cupp Stadium.

The Highlanders took the lead midway through the first half when Lilly Short converted a pass from Jillian Silverstone in the 26th minute. Radford doubled its advantage early in the second half as Paige Olson scored in the 60th minute. Olson took a penalty kick that was blocked by CSU goalkeeper Avery Mason, but Olson capitalized on the rebound to extend Radford's lead.

CSU generated four shots on the day, with Sedona Dancu and Jenéa Knight each putting shots on target, but Radford goalkeeper Lexi Radvanyi made two saves to keep the clean sheet.

Inside the Box Score

• Avery Mason tallied two saves and stopped a penalty kick in the 59th minute.
• CSU recorded four total shots, with two on goal.
• Jenéa Knight and Sedona Dancu each placed a shot on frame.
• The Buccaneers earned three corner kicks and held 48% possession.
• Radford's Lilly Short and Paige Olson scored one goal apiece for the Highlanders.
• CSU committed 11 fouls, while Radford was called for seven.

Scoring Summary
25:07 (RAD) Lilly Short (Jillian Silverstone)
59:16 (RAD) Paige Olson (unassisted)

Up Next
Charleston Southern returns home for its regular-season finale on Wednesday, October 29, hosting Presbyterian at CSU Soccer Field. Kickoff is set for 3:00 p.m.

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