#24 Spartans Play to Tie in Season Opener

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TAMPA, Fla.--The No. 24 University of Tampa (0-0-1) women's soccer team opened its season with a 2-2 tie against North Georgia University (0-0-1). The Spartans were limited to the two goals despite outshooting the Saints 20-7 over the course of the game.

Tampa got on the board in the first half with a goal from sophomore Jazmin Perry in the 16th minute, while Samantha Kay was credited with the assist. The Spartans went on to score again in the 54:58 mark by an unassisted goal by freshman Sara Kneeland, registering her first goal as a Spartan.

The Saints went on a late run in the last 15 minutes, picking up two goals, one by Casey Smith and the other by Natalie Douglass. The teams played to a draw as time expired opting not to play overtime.

The Spartans take the field again on Sunday at 10 a.m. against Grand Valley State. Live stats and a webcast will be available on www.tampaspartans.com. Fans may also sign up for eScores to receive free text message alerts following all UT events. UT athletics can also be found on Twitter and Facebook.