MORROW, Ga. - The Sand Sharks needed just one goal, as Synne Bye-Andersen's fifth goal of the season propelled USCB women's soccer to the best start in program history, defeating Clayton State 1-0 Saturday afternoon.

Inside the Box Score

Bye-Andersen - one goal, fifth goal of season, 13th career goal, three shots on goal

Savanna Page - one assist, second assist of season

Emily Worrell - six saves, 90 minutes, shutout, eighth career shutout, 434 scoreless minutes this season

How it Happened

USCB had its first opportunity in the 15th minute after Mari Kalvatn deeked a Laker attacker and sent a through ball to Bye-Andersen, who streaked down the right side and went one-on-one with the goalkeeper. However, the shot was saved by the Clayton State goalkeeper. 

After the Sand Shark defense created a turnover close to midfield, Page sent a ball down the right side to Bye-Andersen, scoring her fourth goal in two games to give USCB a 1-0 in the 28th minute. 

Clayton State kept the pressure throughout the second half outshooting the Sand Sharks, 10-4, but the play of Worrell kept the Lakers off the board. The sophomore goalkeeper recorded a season-high six saves. 

USCB also collected its first-ever victory as a member of the Peach Belt Conference. 

Team Record Updates

USCB - 5-0-0 (1-0-0 PBC)

Clayton State - 0-4-0 (0-1-0 PBC)

What's Next?

The Sand Sharks will look to run its win streak to six on Wednesday, as it returns to Fin Land Field to face off with Georgia College. Kickoff is scheduled for 2 p.m.