The No. 17 Utah State Eastern women's soccer team defeated North Idaho College 3-0 on Thursday afternoon, clinching a spot in the Scenic West Athletic Conference postseason tournament.
The Eagles opened the scoring in the 23rd minute when Rachel Enslow found the back of the net. The goal was Enslow's fourth of the season and her third in the past two matches.
Eastern's defense held strong throughout the first half, limiting the Cardinals to one shot on goal, which goalkeeper Haygen Haycock saved. The Eagles carried a 1-0 lead into halftime.
Looking to extend their advantage, the Eagles added two goals in the second half. Mylie Louder scored in the 62nd minute for her first goal of the season, assisted by Ellyse Kessler. Five minutes later, Mia Pickering assisted Paisley Ashworth's goal to give Eastern a 3-0 lead.
Haycock recorded five saves in the second half to preserve the shutout and secure the Eagles' 3-0 victory.
With the win, Eastern clinched a place in the Scenic West postseason tournament. The Eagles' tournament seed remains undetermined and will be finalized following Saturday's matches.
Eastern will close out the regular season Saturday with Sophomore Day, hosting Pacific Northwest Christian College at Castleview Hospital Soccer Field. Kickoff is scheduled for 11:00 a.m.
