Ole Miss Soccer (2-1-0) is gearing up for their first road match of the season against No. 4 Michigan State in East Lansing. In their last game, the Rebels suffered a tough 1-2 loss to No. 10 Memphis, despite senior Kelly Brady scoring her first goal of the season. The matchup with Michigan State will be the first in program history between the two schools.
The Rebels are coming off a strong offensive performance in their opening win against Southern, where freshman Kayla Keefer earned SEC Freshman of the Week honors after recording a hat trick. Ole Miss also returns their top two goal scorers from last season in Brady and sophomore Gili Johnson, who accounted for a significant portion of the team’s scoring.
Senior keeper Shu Ohba, who recently competed with Team Japan in the Paris Olympics, leads the Rebels in goal. Ohba led the SEC in saves and save percentage last season, and the team ranked fourth in the conference in goals allowed per game.
The Rebels will face a tough challenge against Michigan State, who recently defeated Ohio 3-0. The Spartans are ranked fourth in the United Soccer Coaches Poll and 12th in the TopDrawer rankings. Head Coach Molly Rouse will rely on a mix of experienced players and newcomers, including a strong freshman class and transfers from other programs.
Fans can stay connected with Ole Miss Soccer by following on social media and joining the Rebel Rewards loyalty program. The team is excited for the opportunity to compete against a top-ranked opponent and showcase their skills on the road in East Lansing.
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