Three second-half goals propel Falcons over Bulldogs

FRESNO, Calif.- After trailing 1-0 at halftime, Air Force flipped a switch in the second-half, scoring thrice en route to a 3-1 win over Fresno State.

"What an incredible second-half performance from our team," said head coach Laura Busby. "We struggled to break down their high back line in the first-half, but I thought they applied everything we talked about at halftime and created some fantastic scoring opportunities."

Facing a one-goal deficit, Jenna Rubidoux scored her second goal of the season in the 53rd minute. The sophomore received a well-placed cross from Faith Lee, tapping home the score from just off the keeper's line. The assist was Lee's first of the season.

Following Rubidoux was Jordi Ives, who forced a Fresno State turnover on the Bulldogs side of the pitch. Ives stole the ball, lined up her shot, and laced home a right-footed strike to give Air Force a 2-1 lead and while finding the back of the net for the first time this season.

Not long after, Lee put a stamp on the Falcons afternoon with a long-range score down the left side of the Air Force attack. Lee's goal also marks her first of 2022.

The Falcons were rewarded as the more potent offensive side, posting 13 total shots and seven on goal. Air Force keeper Sydney Davis staved off three of the four shots she saw on target.

The win marks head coach Laura Busby's first conference victory at Air Force.

"It feels like we gained a bit of confidence in the final third and I'm glad we can bring that momentum back home against the defending conference champions," said Busby.

Next, Air Force returns home to host New Mexico on Thursday, September 29. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:00 pm MT.

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