Columbia, Mo. – The Columbia Cougars women's soccer team defeated the Bellevue University Bruins 1-0 in this afternoon's match up. The Cougars took the field at their own R. Marvin Owens Soccer Stadium for the first time this season; without fans. Columbia clinched their first win of the season and have an overall record of 1-0.

The Scoring
With 74:06 on the clock, a penalty kick by Abigail Meyer resulted in a goal for the Cougars (1-0).

Turning Point
A hand ball in the penalty box on the Bruins allowed the Cougars a chance to take the lead.

Individual Leaders
Goals: Abigail Meyer - 1
Saves: Kate Marshall - 1

Up Next
The Cougars will travel to Williams Baptist (Ark.) on Saturday, September 19 at 2 p.m. This will be the Cougars first American Midwest Conference (AMC) game of the season.