SPARTANBURG, S.C. – A goal in the 86th minute by Ansley Elizalde saved the season opener for Wofford women's soccer, playing to a 2-2 draw against UNC Asheville.
 
The Terriers offense struck early as Ashley Grant found the back of the net just over two minutes into the match. Wofford controlled the remainder of the half, with a 6-3 shot and 5-0 corner advantage, but the 1-0 Wofford lead held steady going into halftime.
 
Asheville opened the second half with a tying goal at the 68-minute mark after Taylor Gardner snuck one past the Terrier defense. Four minutes later, the Bulldogs took the lead after an Azalea Mihailovich penalty kick sailed into the corner of the goal.
 
With just over three minutes left in the match, the Terriers finally were able to break through again after Kylie Morris found Elizalde, who scored the equalizing goal.
 
Quick Hits
Wofford controlled the shots 16-8 while holding an 8-1 advantage in corner kicks.
Caroline Doss made three crucial saves, all in the second half, for the Terriers.
The Terries move to 6-8-3 all-time against Asheville and 3-4-3 in games played in Spartanburg.
 
Up Next
Wofford will be back in action on Sunday against Kennesaw State at Snyder Field. Kickoff is set for 2:00 p.m.