Berryman’s Early Goal Lifts UAB Past South Florida, 1-0

Friday, October 30

Tampa, Fla.

6 p.m.

UAB

9-7-1, 6-3-0

South Florida

3-9-4, 1-5-3

Team	1	2	Final F
UAB	1	0	1
South Fla.	0	0	0

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10/30/2026 8:34:00 PM | Women's Soccer

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TAMPA, Fla. – UAB women's soccer (9-7-1, 6-3-0 American) earned a 1-0 road victory over South Florida (3-9-4, 1-5-3 American) on Friday night at Corbett Soccer Stadium.

Avery Berryman scored the lone goal of the match in the fifth minute, while goalkeeper Macie Murphy recorded five saves to secure the shutout. The Blazers wasted little time getting on the scoreboard as Berryman found the back of the net just 4:56 into the contest.

UAB controlled much of the opening half, outshooting South Florida 6-3 while holding a 4-0 advantage in corner kicks. Kourtney Osborne, Maia Sirota and Lailah Stewart each put shots on target, but South Florida goalkeeper Gaby Rourke kept the Blazers from extending their lead. UAB had a 1-0 advantage heading into halftime.

The Blazers continued to create scoring opportunities in the second half, recording eight shots, including four on goal. Vita Naihin led UAB's offensive attack with a match-high five shots, including two on target, while Lauren Lucero added three shots with two on goal.

South Florida increased its offensive pressure in the second half, registering 10 shots, but Murphy and the UAB defense held firm to preserve the one-goal advantage. Murphy made three second-half saves, including a crucial stop in the 89^thminute, to keep the Bulls off the scoreboard.

UAB finished the contest with a 14-13 advantage in shots, including an 8-5 edge in shots on goal. The Green and Gold also held a 7-2 advantage in corner kicks and controlled 58 percent of possession.

Up next, the Blazers close out the regular season when they welcome Memphis on Tuesday, November 3. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. CT.

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