Chandler’s goal sends Delta State to GSC semifinals

Delta State earned its first tournament win in program history, shutting out Valdosta State 1-0 on Sunday at Parker Field at McCool Stadium in Cleveland, Mississippi. The victory sends the Lady Statesmen to the Gulf South Conference semifinals.

Caroline Chandler scored the only goal at 69:36, her fourth of the season. Delta State had held the Blazers scoreless through the first half and broke the deadlock after a scoreless start to the second.

Goalkeeper Kim Bircher made five saves in 90 minutes to record her fourth shutout and seventh win of the season. Valdosta State pressed late, but Delta State preserved the lead.

Delta State finished with 12 shots, seven on goal, and four corner kicks. Valdosta State had 13 shots, including five on target. Janya Gonzalez and Mariela Dolan each recorded three shots for the Lady Statesmen.

Delta State is scheduled to face top-seeded Montevallo in the semifinals Friday at 3 p.m. at the Loretta P. Spencer Sports Complex in Huntsville, Alabama.

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