HUNSTVILLE, Ala. – The Citadel women's soccer team earned its first road win of the 2016 season and improved to 2-0 on Friday with a 2-0 win over Alabama A&M.

"A trip like this has its own unique challenges and we had to maintain high standards to get the win," head coach Ciaran Traquair said. "They are physical and can catch you on the break if you aren't switched on. Credit to Alabama A&M for digging in given the circumstances with weather. Lightning delays are always tricky, especially when it starts back with a corner against. We scored two good goals and were pushing for more as the game wore on. I'm delighted with the first road win and the way in which the ladies handled the occasion. I'm excited to continue getting better as a group next week."

The Bulldogs (2-0) scored quick in the lightning-shortened game as Mady Riegel tallied her first goal of the season thanks to a rebound off the keeper at the 18:31 mark to hand The Citadel a 1-0 lead. The score was the ninth of the junior's career. Katherine Arroyo padded the Bulldogs' lead just eight minutes later, finding the back of the net unassisted for her second goal of the season. 

The Citadel outshot Alabama A&M (0-3) 9-5 in the contest and had three corner kicks. Emilie Valenciano led the Bulldogs with four shots in the game and two shots on goal. Freshman goalkeeper Logan Leask was only tested once in the contest, registering one save in the first half. 

The Bulldogs now return to Charleston for two home games. The Citadel opens the weekend Friday with a 5:30 p.m. game against Eastern Kentucky and then finish off the weekend with a 1 p.m. Sunday matchup with LIU Brooklyn. Admission to W.L.I. Field is free and live stats and video will be available at CitadelSports.com for both games. 

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