GLENVILLE, W.Va. – Glenville State Women's Soccer delivered its most productive offensive performance of the season on Sunday afternoon (Oct. 11), shutting out Wheeling, 4-0, at Ike & Sue Morris Stadium. The Pioneers found the back of the net twice in each half, earning their second consecutive victory and improving to (7-6) overall and (7-4) in Mountain East Conference play.
1st Half
Glenville State wasted little time getting on the scoreboard, as Valentina Quiroz opened the scoring in the fourth minute on an assist from Sofia Jalaksova. The early goal set the tone for the Pioneers, who continued to pressure the Wheeling defense. In the 18th minute, Isabella Cuellar-Gutierrez doubled the advantage, finishing a pass from Mya Davila to put Glenville State ahead 2-0. The Pioneers continued to generate opportunities throughout the half, with attempts from Solares Solano, Martina Roig, and Aitana Viejo keeping the Cardinals on their heels. Wheeling looked to respond, but the Pioneer defense limited the visitors' chances as Glenville carried its lead into halftime.
2nd Half
Wheeling recorded their only shot on goal just a minute into the half, but it was saved by Lucia Lopez to keep the two score lead. As a whole, the Pioneers picked up where they left off after the break, extending their lead in the 54th minute. Solano finished a pass from Sofia Cuellar-Gutierrez to make it 3-0, recording her sixth goal of the season. Just six minutes later, Glenville State struck again. Quiroz set up Cuellar-Gutierrez for her second goal of the afternoon in the 60th minute, pushing the Pioneer advantage to four goals.
With a comfortable lead established, Glenville continued to create chances while keeping Wheeling off the scoreboard. The Cardinals were unable to mount a comeback, and the Pioneers maintained their clean sheet through the final whistle to secure the 4-0 victory.
Final Stats
Wheeling
The Cardinals were unable to find the net with only four total shots against Glenville State, falling to (1-11-1) overall and (1-9-1) in MEC play. Wheeling goalkeeper Alba Lopez Guerrero faced a steady Pioneer attack as Glenville scored twice in each half to secure the shutout.
Glenville State
The Pioneers recorded four goals, their highest scoring output of the 2026 season. Isabella Cuellar-Gutierrez led the way with two goals, while Valentina Quiroz finished with a goal and an assist. Solares Solano added a goal, and Sofia Jalaksova, Mya Davila and Sofia Cuellar-Gutierrez each contributed an assist. Glenville's balanced offensive effort helped the team secure its second straight win.
Up Next For The Pioneers
Glenville State will look to carry its momentum into its next Mountain East Conference matchup on Wednesday (Oct. 14) when they travel to Shawnee State University for the second time this season. Kickoff is set for 2 p.m.
