OWINGS MILLS, Md. - The Salisbury University women's soccer team avoided its third straight overtime game and another potential scoreless tie as sophomore forward Amanda Zyzak (Damascus, Md.)tallied an unassisted goal midway through the second half to lead the Sea Gulls to a 1-0 victory over Stevenson University in their Capital Athletic Conference opener on Saturday afternoon. The game proved to be SU's fifth consecutive shutout as the Sea Gulls have limited their opponents to just one goal the entire season.

Salisbury (3-1-2, 1-0 CAC) was impressive on offense as the Sea Gulls blasted 28 shots, 12 of which were on goal. Sophomore Sarah Jessilonis (Pasadena, Md.) poured in six shots (three on goal) while senior Christina Eury (Germantown, Md.) and sophomore Danielle Crowley (Flanders, N.J.) each contributed with four shots apiece. SU freshman goalkeeper, Melissa Orgera (Arnold, Md.) made five saves to record her third win of the year.

Stevenson (4-2-1, 1-1 CAC) was led by Stephanie Eyler, who notched four shots (three on goal). Taylor Zimmerman and Melinda Kane each contributed with two shots. Lauren Weitzman was saddled with the loss after collecting a game-high 11 saves.

SU posted a 5-1 advantage in corner kicks and held a 7-1 margin in fouls.

Salisbury will hit the road in its next contest against CAC foe Wesley College on Tuesday, Sept. 22, at 7 p.m. before returning home to host three consecutive matches at the SU Soccer Complex.