The 2004 season for the Women's Soccer Team will be one full of youth and excitement.  After finishing 8-10 last year, the team will look to their younger players to improve the team's standing.  The Patriot Ladies lost eleven seniors to graduation last year.  With the loss of players like 2nd All Time Leading Scorer Amanda Harbor, All-American Honorable Mention Monica Hardin, team captains Keri Ashley, All-Region Goalkeeper Holly Wolf, defensive specialist Kristin Williams, and outside midfielder Holly Gardner, the team will rely on some newcomers and the returnees to continue the tradition of the University of the Cumberlands Women's Soccer.

Several freshman could see a lot of varsity playing time this year.  Lesley Bryan, of Bartow, FL and Katie Delozier, of Crestwood, KY should step in and contribute to the team immediately.  With the loss of senior Holly Wolf, the goalkeeper position will be the biggest and hardest to fill.  Three freshman, Jennifer Underwood, Jody Adams, and Bethany Ott, will be competing for the starting spot.

The Patriot Ladies will rely heavily on their returning players.  Captains Jenni Ebert, Dana Ferguson, and Dawn Marshall will be the driving force behind the team.  Their experience and talent will help guide their team against every opponent.  Tori Hogg and Melanie Roberts will contribute greatly to the team again this year, too.  Head Coach Tim Wolz comments, "I think we will still carry a very strong team because the players filling in have lots of game experience and skill."

After finishing second in the Mid-South Conference to National Champion runner-up Lindsey Wilson last year, the Patriot Ladies will be eager to compete and display their talent and skill.  They will open their season on August 25 at home versus Tennessee Wesleyan.