COLUMBUS, Ga. – The University of North Georgia women's soccer team lost 4-0 to No. 4 Columbus State in their final game of the regular season. The Nighthawks couldn't capitalize on their scoring opportunities and were shut out for the first time since September 4th.
The Nighthawks failed to clear an early attack by Columbus State, and Rachael Sweigard took advantage in the 3rd minute of the game. Sweigard put Columbus State up 1-0 early, but neither team broke through for the rest of the half.
Sweigard would score again in the 46th minute and once again in the 61st minute to give Columbus State a 3-0 lead and complete the hat trick. Abigal Akerson scored in the 71st minute to cap off the scoring in the contest. The Nighthawks move to 9-3-3 on the season after the loss.
Inside the Box Score
• The loss ends UNG's seven-match unbeaten streak.
• North Georgia split their eight shots evenly between the two halves.
• It was Sweigard's first hat trick this season.
Next Up
North Georgia will now face Georgia College in their next matchup in the Peach Belt Conference tournament quarterfinals on Thursday, Oct. 27 at Flagler. The Nighthawks finish the regular season as the third overall seed.
