Oklahoma State University Athletics
Cowgirls Seeking 100th Win in Program History
September 19, 2006 | Cowgirl Soccer
Last Week
Oklahoma State went 2-0 last weekend, which included the start of Big 12 play with a victory over Bedlam rival Oklahoma. OSU concluded the weekend with a 2-0 victory over Southern Utah. The Cowgirls currently stand 6-1-1 on the season and lead the Big 12 with a 1-0 mark. Oklahoma opened the scoring in the 11th Bedlam meeting, with a goal in the 43rd minute. It was all Oklahoma State in the second half, however. The Cowgirls out shot the Sooners 9-3 in the second half and earned seven corner kicks to none for OU in the final period. Ashlyn Brantley tied the game in the 54th with a goal off of an assist from Yolanda Odenyo. Just 2-1/2 minutes after the equalizer, Siera Strawser took a shot that was saved, but Brantley was there for the put back to give OSU the lead. The Cowgirls held on for the 2-1 victory. The coaching staff rested some key members of the squad against the Mid-Con's Southern Utah. Adriane Radtke scored less than five minutes into the game and OSU coasted after that. Leah Hope scored just before halftime to give the Cowgirls a two goal cushion. The Cowgirl defense limited SUU to just four shots and the Thunderbirds never mounted a serious threat on the OSU goal.
Brantley has Unforgettable Night
On Friday, Sept. 15, Ashlyn Brantley had a night she would never forget. Scoring two goals to beat your arch rival on any level is something that will stay with you. Brantley did just that against OSU's Bedlam rival Oklahoma. She scored at the 53:02 mark to tie the game. A mere 2-1/2 minutes later, Brantley scored again to give the Cowgirls the lead. That was all the scoring and OSU defeated the rival Sooners thanks to the strong effort by the senior.
Cowgirls Moving up the Charts
Several Cowgirls are moving up the career ranks at Oklahoma State. Three current Cowgirls are ranked in the top 10 at OSU in career goals. Adriane Radtke is currently third, while Ashlyn Brantley and Jesyca Rosholt are sixth and ninth, respectively. For a complete list of updated OSU records turn to page nine of these notes.
Cowgirls Earn All-Tournament Honors
Siera Strawser, Adriane Radtke and Yolanda Odenyo were all named to the all-tournament team at the Loyola Marymount Tournament (Sept. 8-10). Strawser scored OSU's game winning goal against Cal Poly, while Radtke assisted on the play. Odenyo played solid defense in limiting Cal Poly to just three shots, and she took three shots herself against Loyola Marymount.
Stout Defense
Oklahoma State's defense has been solid limiting teams to just 58 shots in eight games. The Cowgirls have only allowed four goals all season and have out shot its opponent in every game. OSU has held six of eight opponents to under 10 shots. Michigan State only took four shots and Cal Poly only took three shots against OSU. Jeanne Rankin has only had to make 12 saves on the season and has a 0.44 GAA, while recording two shutouts.
Strawser Making an Immediate Impact
Freshman Siera Strawser has made an immediate impact for Oklahoma State this fall. The Bixby, Okla. native has played in every game this season. Strawser leads the team with 12 points, fifth in the Big 12, on three goals and six assists. Her six assists lead the Big 12. Strawser has registered a point in six of OSU's eight games.
Cowgirls on the Attack
Oklahoma State has outscored its opponents by a whopping 20-4 score this season. OSU has out shot its opponent in every game thus far. The Cowgirls have also earned 55 corner kicks through eight games. The Cowgirls have been much more aggressive in the first half of games out shooting opponents 75-25 and earning 32 corner kicks to just four for the opposition. The Cowgirls have taken 74 shots after halftime, while opponents have taken 33. However, goal production has been the same as the Cowgirls have scored 10 goals in each half.
