Cadence Talbert - Senior
Eckerd Tritons Women's Soccer
(1-0-2, 0-0 SSC)
Bentley University
(2-0, 0-0 NE10)
History
This is the 1st match between the Bentley Falcons and the Eckerd Tritons.
Last Time Out
Tritons Draw Against Lions, 1-1
SAINT LEO, Fla. - Despite taking the lead in the 65th minute, the Eckerd women's soccer team played to a 1-1 draw against Saint Leo on the road on Tuesday night.
The game was off to a slow start and remained scoreless in the first half, with Eckerd outshooting Saint Leo 5-2 but unable to capitalize on their opportunities.
The Tritons had a chance to take the lead in the 52nd minute when Jillian Doerger was awarded a penalty kick, but the shot was turned aside by the Lions' goalkeeper. Eckerd took the lead in the 68th minute on a goal by Kendall Drummond, who received a bouncing ball from Amy Woodhead and ripped the ball to the top left corner for the 1-0 favor. Eckerd continued to press with nine second-half shots but couldn't add to its lead. Saint Leo responded quickly, finding an equalizer in the 75th minute. The Lions had a couple of opportunities to take their first lead in the waning minutes of the game, but Eckerd's defense was able to fend them off, ending the match in a 1-1 draw.
Cover Athlete
Last season, Talbert started all 19 games of the season, playing a total of 1,710 minutes. She posted five clean sheets, recording a career-high 95 saves, with an 18-save performance in the 5-0 victory against Nova Southeastern. Talbert was named SSC Defensive Player of the Week following two shutouts after opening week, her second honor since receiving the same accolade in the 2023 season.