METAIRIE, La. -- The University of the Southwest women's soccer team fell 10-0 to Xavier University Saturday afternoon at Lafreniere Park.

USW goalkeepers Elena Moya and Genesis Davila battled throughout the match with a combined eight saves. Moya was able to make five stops in nearly 60 minutes of play.

Southwest's best offensive moment came in the 39th minute when Jasmin Gump fired the team's lone shot on goal, but Xavier's keeper was up to the task.

Xavier's attack proved relentless, led by Samira Roper, who netted three goals, including a penalty kick, in the first half. 

Southwest's defense, anchored by Jazmin Hernandez, Lillianna Monroy and Giselle Villa, worked tirelessly to slow Xavier's pace. The physical nature of the match was evident, with Ivory Rico receiving a yellow card in the second half.

The loss drops Southwest to 0-8-0 overall and 0-2-0 in conference play, while Xavier improves to 3-2-1 overall and 2-0-0 in conference play. 

Southwest will look to regroup and prepare for its conference play home opener against LSU Shreveport on October 2. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. 

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