MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE - Southwestern University Women's Soccer held tough in the first half, but ultimately lost to the three-seeded Sewanee Tigers in the opening round of SAA Conference Tournament. 

The Pirates close the book on the 2025 season after finishing 7-8-4 overall in a difficult new conference. The squad carries an ample amount of young talent into 2026, but also will miss the dedication and leadership of the 11 seniors. 

MATCH HIGHLIGHTS

• Southwestern headed to their first SAA Conference Tournament which is hosted by Rhodes College this year. 
• The Pirates entered as the six seed, taking on the three-seeded Tigers. 
• The squad held their shape well in the first half only allowing six shots and no goals. 
• In fact, sophomore Kristine Garcia nearly gave the Pirates an early advantage, hitting the woodwork in the 16th minute. 
• The Tigers also hit the post in the 33rd minute. 
• Freshman EJ Searfoss, who was named All-SAA Second Team earlier in the week recorded four pivotal saves in the first half. 
• In the 55th minute, Southwestern was unable to put a body in front of the Tiger forward as they took an early one goal lead. 
• The Tigers struck again in the 68th minute off a short ball on a set piece. 
• Sewanee barely stayed onside and left Searfoss with no chance, sealing the match at 2-0. 

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