The women’s soccer team emphasized a poor start to the season with third consecutive loss, trailing 3-1 to Central Oklahoma Friday night.

Caitlin Bond produced the first attempt on goal in the ninth minute which was blocked with ease by goalkeeper Mallory Whitworth. Bond continued to be an attacking threat for the Bronchos and contributed to the opening goal.

Brittni Walker collected a pass from Bond as she got through the Mustang defense to slot in the opener. Walker’s 14th minute goal was her second of the season.

Seven minutes later, the Bronchos doubled their lead with a remarkable finish by Bond from inches outside the penalty box.

But the Lady Mustangs fought hard to get on the scoreboard before halftime. The offense poured forward and eventually Megan Barnhart was able to hit her target from 10 yards out in the 39th minute. Midwestern State was back in it.

With the score at 2-1, the Lady Mustangs headed into the break with the hope of completing a comeback in the second half. However, UCO had plans to punish the Midwestern defense.

The winning goal came in the 78th minute by Cierra Allen with an assist from Ciara Mitchell. Unfortunately for the Lady Mustangs, they were unable to make a comeback.

The Lady Mustangs then travelled to Southwestern Oklahoma State University where they witnessed another disappointing fixture.

Cori Kelly scored the opener in the 65th minute with a left footed shot that found its way past the goalkeeper. Kelly was thankful to Samantha Nunez’s assist.

Miranda Balezentis scored a similar goal from 10 yards out in the 85th minute as SWOSU took full control over the game.

The Lady Mustangs will travel to Angelo State University this Friday for an opportunity to bounce back from its losses. Kickoff is set for 5 p.m.