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The University of Kentucky women’s soccer team seeks to uphold their flawless record of 3-0-0 as they host Detroit Mercy. After a thrilling victory against East Tennessee State, where Alexis Tylenda scored the decisive goal, the Wildcats look to extend their unbeaten streak. Kentucky leads the nation in corner kicks and boasts standout performances from players like Tylenda and Tanner Strickland. The match, which is free for fans, promises to be an exciting opportunity for Kentucky to showcase their talent and maintain momentum this season.
Lexington, Kentucky – The University of Kentucky women’s soccer team will aim to maintain their perfect season record when they host Detroit Mercy on Sunday, August 24, at 1 p.m. ET at the Bell Soccer Complex. The Wildcats, with a current record of 3-0-0, are coming off a hard-fought victory over East Tennessee State University (ETSU), where Alexis Tylenda secured the win with a dramatic game-winning goal in the closing minute of the match.
In the clash against ETSU, Tylenda demonstrated her offensive prowess by scoring both goals for Kentucky, helping her team come from behind to clinch a 2-1 victory. This win not only solidified Kentucky’s strong start to the season but also extended their unbeaten streak at home to 17 matches, dating back to October 2023. Currently, the Wildcats have also secured victories in their last 15 regular season non-conference matches and remain unbeaten in the last 21 games overall.
The upcoming match against Detroit Mercy comes after the Titans faced a disappointing 8-0 defeat to Louisville. Kentucky and Detroit Mercy have a competitive history, with the Wildcats holding a 2-0-1 advantage in their series. In their last encounter, Kentucky emerged victorious with a 2-0 win. The Wildcats will be looking for another strong performance to maintain their undefeated record.
UK’s offense has been particularly aggressive this season, leading the nation with an average of 11.00 corner kicks per game. Tylenda is currently making headlines as the NCAA leader in total goals, netting five in just three matches, and also has 11 total points. Impressively, she has already surpassed her total goals and points from the entirety of the previous season, achieving these numbers in only 164 minutes of play.
Another standout player for Kentucky is Tanner Strickland, who has contributed significantly to the team’s performance with three assists and three penalties drawn. Strickland ranks first in the Southeastern Conference and third in the NCAA for assists, highlighting her vital role in the Wildcats’ offensive strategy under Head Coach Troy Fabiano. Under his leadership, Kentucky has recorded only one loss in regular season non-conference play since 2022.
The match against Detroit Mercy will be streamed live on SEC Network +, with commentators Josh Braun and Gretchen Mills providing coverage. Admission to all 2025 Kentucky Soccer regular season home matches is free to the public, making it an accessible event for fans to support their team.
Following the match against Detroit Mercy, Kentucky will continue their nine-match homestand with another game against Purdue Fort Wayne on Thursday, August 28, at 7:30 p.m., also to be streamed on SEC Network +. Fans interested in staying updated on the team can follow UK Women’s Soccer on social media platforms and via the official UK athletics website.
As Kentucky looks to build on their impressive start, the support from the fans will be crucial in their quest to maintain this momentum throughout the season.
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