Utah Tech women's soccer's second half domination led to a 5-0 victory over South Dakota. 

WHAT HEAD COACH MOLLY ROUSE SAID: After a long week of recovery and preparation, it was encouraging to see the team employ tactics we trained throughout the week. We had a strong overall team performance which gave us the opportunity to rotate deep into our roster and gain more game experience for multiple players. This was an excellent day for our team to increase our confidence in the attacking half, while showcasing discipline to secure a shutout. We look forward to another week of preparation and development as we prepare to close out our non-conference schedule with Idaho state and Weber State next weekend. 

HOW IT HAPPENED: The Trailblazers controlled the pace in the first half and maintained a consistent attack. UT ended the first half out shooting South Dakota 7-0 and put four on frame. Despite the offensive push the score remained 0-0 at the half. 

The second half was a hot one for the Trailblazers. In the 55th minute, Kalea Woodyat drew a foul in the penalty box setting up UT for the first goal of the game. Senior Lauren Buxton took the shot and executed to put the Trailblazers up 1-0. 

The first goal ignited UT's energy and the Trailblazers were able to get two more goals in the next 10 minutes. Utah Tech drew a corner kick where Ella Carmody found an open Emily Garbett for the Trailblazers second goal of the game in the 63rd minute. 

The Blazer attack continued and in the 65th minute Jaci Dandos-Cook broke past the defensive line for an unassisted goal. In the final 20 minutes, UT had a 3-0 lead over South Dakota. 

In the 77th minute, Nicole Scott was able to finish an attack with a goal to make the score 4-0. 

The Trailblazers weren't done yet and in the 87th minute Utah Tech found themselves with an open chance where Kasidee Lamb scored a goal with the assist from Kearney Hoggan and Hanna Carlisle. 

Utah Tech ended the game with the 5-0 win. 

STAT BREAKDOWN:  In total Utah Tech had 18 shots with 13 shots on frame. Karli Nyland had three shots with two on frame, while Scott had two shots and two on frame and Buxton added two shots. The Trailblazers also ended with five assists. 

Kayla Thompson started in goal and played the full 90 for UT and ended the game with two saves. 

South Dakota ended the game with just two shots, both on frame. USD's keepers ended the game with six saves. 

NOTES TO KNOW: Utah Tech now has a 2-2-0 record overall on the season. This is the most goals the Trailblazers have scored in a game since 2019. This is also UT's second clean sheet of the season. 

UP NEXT: Utah Tech will host Idaho State Friday, Sept. 9 at 7:30 p.m. for senior night before hosting in-state rival Weber State Sunday, Sept 11 at 1:30 p.m.