Murray State University Athletics
MSU Women's Soccer Picked Second In OVC Poll
8/11/2008 5:00:00 AM | Women's Soccer
The Murray State Women's Soccer team was picked to finish second in the 2008 Ohio Valley Conference preseason poll. Voting for the preseason predictions was conducted by the OVC's head coaches and sports information directors.
The Racers received two first place votes and had 104 points total in the poll, just behind first place pick
“I am happy we were voted second but as we all know, these preseason rankings mean nothing once OVC play gets started,” Acreman said. “I've seen each program in the OVC improve each season I've been at
Eastern Illinois and UT Martin were tied for third in the voting with 85 points, while
“It is great to be able to start working with team,” Acreman added. “We have a great group of returners and our new players are really committing to our training and the goals we have set for the program. My staff and I have a lot to do to prepare the team before OVC play starts, but we're really enjoying seeing our team improve every day. The team is excited to see how far they can go this season.”
The Racers are looking forward to their first contest of the season, an exhibition match in
The 2008 regular season begins Aug. 22 with MSU at home at Cutchin Field at 3 p.m. against
Here is the entire 2008 OVC Soccer Preseason Poll
Predicted Order of Finish
(as voted on by the league's head soccer coaches and sports information directors)
1. Southeast
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t3. UT Martin - 85
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6. Eastern
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