Akron Women's Soccer Team Set to Face Central Michigan on October 15

The Akron women's soccer team will travel to Mount Pleasant for a match against Central Michigan on Thursday, October 15, at 7 p.m.

The Zips, with a record of 6-5-2, recently played to a 1-1 tie against UMass. Goalie Sara Bower had a standout performance with 13 saves, just three shy of tying her own program record set in 2024 against Western Michigan. Rachel Wenzel leads Akron's offensive efforts with five goals this season.

Central Michigan is currently led by Ella Betzold, who has scored four goals. Goaltender Jadia Kershaw has played every minute of the season so far, totaling 1,170 minutes with 61 saves and one shutout achieved in a 0-0 tie against Miami on October 4. The Chippewas also recorded a 1-1 tie against Toledo in their last match and are looking for their first win since a 6-1 victory over Purdue Fort Wayne on August 27.

This will be the 26th meeting between the two teams, with Central Michigan holding a 17-3-5 advantage in the series. However, Akron claimed victory in their last encounter, winning 4-3, with Jordanne Oberhaus scoring the decisive goal in the 84th minute.