RAYMOND, Miss. – The Hinds Community College women's soccer team celebrated Sophomore Day in winning fashion Tuesday afternoon, rallying to defeat Copiah-Lincoln Community College, 2-1, at Tom Shepherd Field in Raymond.

Prior to kickoff, Hinds honored nine sophomores for their contributions to the Lady Eagles' soccer program. The sophomores recognized were Rebecca Reynolds, Ellie Brown, Molly Wain, Brooklynn Henley, McKynze O'Connor, Torri Keen, Nicole Roberts, Claire Garcia and Belle Hartwell.

After a scoreless first half, Co-Lin struck first in the 54th minute to take a 1-0 lead. The Lady Eagles responded with a determined second-half effort, finding the equalizer in the 63rd minute when Hartwell found the back of the net off an assist from Jordan Polk to even the score at 1-1.

Hinds continued to apply pressure, and the Lady Eagles completed the comeback in the 86th minute. Polk delivered the go-ahead goal off an assist from Keen, giving Hinds a 2-1 advantage.

The Lady Eagles held on for the remainder of the contest to secure the victory in front of their home crowd and make Sophomore Day a memorable occasion. Goalkeeper Claire Garcia played all 90 minutes in net for Hinds, recording seven saves on eight shots on goal from Co-Lin.

Hinds will return to action on Friday, October 23rd against Northwest Mississippi Community College in Senatobia. Kickoff is set for 5 PM. 

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