Clemson and Virginia Commonwealth play to a 0-0 tie.

Sept. 4, 2005

WILLAMSBURG, VA–Clemson and Virginia Commonwealth played to a 0-0 double overtime tie in the William & Mary Invitational in Williamsburg, VA Sunday afternoon.

Clemson is now 2-1-1 on the year while Virginia Commonwealth is 1-1-1 this season. Clemson lost to William & Mary 3-2 on Friday night in the opening day of the tournament.

Virginia Commonwealth out shot the Lady Tigers 17-6. Clemson goalkeeper Ashley Phillips had nine saves in the match. This tied a career high for Phillips as she had nine saves against Texas last season on August 27, 2004.

“I am happy with the play of our team,” said Clemson Head Coach Todd Bramble. “This was a hard fought match against a very good Virginia Commonwealth team. Our freshmen continue to grow and get better as we play more games. I am proud of our play and we are still working hard to improve.”

The Lady Tigers will play host to the Carolina Cup this weekend on Riggs Field. The field will include Clemson, South Carolina, Furman, and Charlotte. Clemson will play the Lady Gamecocks on Friday night at 7:30 p.m.

Shots: Clemson 6, VCU 17

Corner Kicks: Clemson 1, VCU 6

Saves: Ashley Phillips (CU) 9, Emily Niman (VCU) 2

Fouls: Clemson 11, VCU 18