Spartans Shine on Senior Night

Box score TAMPA, Fla. -

The University of Tampa (11-3-3) women's soccer team defeated Warner (6-8) by a final score of 8-0 Tuesday evening.

The Spartans honored Arielle Gonzalez, Jenny Karl, Gabby Russo, and Candice Shields prior to the match for senior night.

Cici Gonzalez quickly opened the UT scoring with a goal less than 30 seconds into the match. Madison Cox and Russo were credited with assists.

Russo connected just over a minute later as Cici Gonzalez set up the goal and was credited with the assist.

Amber Pennybaker and Lauren Moore added first half goals for Tampa. The Spartans led 5-0 at the half as Naty Olsak found Cox for the score in the 44th minute.

Cici Gonzalez opened the second half scoring as Pennybaker and Moore each tallied an assist on the goal. Moore and Cox each added second half goals, both assisted by Russo giving UT the 8-0 victory.

Sydney Ross started in goal for the Spartans earning her first shutout of the season while the Tampa defense limited Warner to one shot on the night.

UT will return to action Thursday night at Palm Beach Atlantic to conclude the regular season. For more information on women's soccer visit www.tampaspartans.com.

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