Lady Tigers blank Gordon Central in season opener

The Adairsville girls' soccer team opened the 2023 regular season Monday night with a 5-0 win over visiting Gordon Central.

Lizzie LeMay scored the first two goals for the Lady Tigers in the opening seven minutes. Maddie Gossett assisted on the first goal and Greer Cofield had the helper on the second goal.

Adairsville built a 4-0 lead by halftime on goals by Gabi Becerra in the 24th minute and Elle Causby three minutes later. Causby was credited with the assist on the Becerra tally and Jordyn Hartline assisted the fourth goal.

Jacksyn Elrod added the Tigers’ final goal in the 70th minute off an assist from Victoria Loudon.

“We started strong and emphasized to keep the ball on the ground, communicate, utilize the whole field, and keep up the speed,” said Lady Tigers assistant coach Amanda Jones. “We still have some girls in new positions and new roles but were able to play 19 of our 23 on the roster. Our passing continues to improve and it was nice to get some balanced scoring.”

The Adairsville girls (1-0) play at Cedartown on Wednesday.