Boise, Idaho – In an exciting showdown, Teryn Newkirk scored a late goal to give Boise State a 1-0 victory over Colorado State in women’s soccer on Sunday. This was a thrilling moment for the Broncos (3-3-5, 1-0-1 Mountain West), who played in front of a lively crowd of 1,348 fans. Meanwhile, Colorado State’s record now stands at 6-2-2 and 0-1-1 in the conference.
The winning goal came in the 83rd minute. Newkirk, a redshirt junior midfielder, received a pass from Kenzie MacMillan and finished with precision. This marked Newkirk’s first goal of the season and the sixth of her career. For MacMillan, it was her 13th career assist.
Notable Achievements:
- Boise State remains undefeated against Colorado State, holding an 8-0-4 record in all meetings.
- The Broncos are currently tied for first in the Mountain West standings after the first weekend of conference play.
- Kenzie MacMillan now has 55 career points, placing her sixth all-time at Boise State.
- Ava de Leest has achieved back-to-back clean sheets as they kick off conference play.
Head Coach Max Weber expressed pride in the team’s effort, saying, “Today was a fabric win for our team. We rose up and earned a well-deserved three points. This win was for all of our former and current Broncos!”
As for what lies ahead, Boise State will head to Colorado Springs to face Colorado College on October 2 at 6 p.m. at Stewart Field.
In terms of fan engagement, women’s soccer has seen a surge in popularity over the past few years, with attendance numbers often reflecting the community’s growing support. According to a recent survey by the National Women’s Soccer League, 64% of female soccer fans say they are more engaged with women’s sports now than they were five years ago. This trend could be contributing to higher attendance numbers, like the one witnessed at Boise State’s recent game.
For further insights on women’s soccer growth and engagement statistics, you can check the reports from Sports Business Journal.
