Photos by Austin Hall
Three weeks after the last Pepperdine Women’s Soccer home game, the Waves showed up to a large crowd in their conference opener vs. the Portland Pilots. After a slow start from both teams, Pepperdine’s offense came together to beat a talented opponent.
The Waves had over one week to prepare for the Pilots following an away victory Sept. 26 against Northridge. On a warm and day, the Waves came out slightly off-tempo.
In the third minute, Portland nearly gave up an own goal on a ball that was deflected by a Pilot defender.