By RICK PETERSON
TopSports.news
Washburn University soccer will host Harding Friday evening at Yager Stadium (6 p.m. start), with the Ichabods looking to bounce back from a 4-0 Sunday loss to University of Mary.
Washburn junior Mackinly Rohn (24) battles for the ball in Sunday's 4-0 loss to the University of Mary. [Photo by Rick Peterson/TSN]
"This provides another great environment for us to continue to grow in pursuit of finding consistency in our performances," said Ichabod coach Davy Phillips. "I really like how our team is so resilient and committed to learning and growing after each of our setbacks so far in this young season."
In Sunday's loss to UMary the Marauders scored two quick goals, which set the tone for the match.
The Ichabods are led in scoring by freshman winger Leah Henke, who has three goals on the year, two of which were assisted by senior Belle Kennedy.
Washburn averages around 11 shots a game and allows, on average, nine shots a game. The Ichabods have 21 of their 45 shots on goal, while opponents are 17 of 37 on the season.
The Bison are 2-1-1 to start the 2025 season after a 2-1 win over MIAA foe Rogers State and a 5-0 victory over Division I Arkansas-Pine Bluff.
Last season, Harding's season ended at the hands of Oklahoma Baptist in the first round of the GAC Conference tournament.
This is the first-ever meeting between the two programs.
Washburn will be back at home at 1 p.m. Sunday at Yager Stadium as the Ichabods host Ouachita Baptist.
