
‘Jacks Secure Back-to-Back SLC Championship Berths for First Time Since 2016-17 Season.
11/6/2025 11:02:00 PM | Women's Soccer
Sierra McCluer Records 10th Shutout as SFA Punches Ticket to SLC Championship
BEAUMONT, Texas – Stephen F. Austin women's soccer advanced to the SLC Soccer Championship after defeating No. 6 Lamar in a 2-0 semifinal victory.
Alex Bayouth tallied the first goal for SFA in the 64th minute after timing up a pass off Taylor Dodson, giving SFA the 1-0 lead. After an intense second half as the Cardinals were trying to scratch back to even the match, Kamrynn Davis was able to get behind a breakaway ball to go head-to-head against the Cardinals Keeper. Davis was able to dribble a shot in the 89th minute to tally the second goal for SFA, securing the 2-0 victory.
The Lamar Cardinals rattled off 13 shots, led by Kam Jalayer with four shots, as the Cardinals recorded five shots on goal. The Cardinals were held scoreless this match, being one of six shutouts against Lamar on the season. Junior keeper Maddie Rich led most of the way for the Cardinals, playing 82 minutes, allowing the go-ahead goal for SFA, and recording five saves.
The Lumberjacks found the win column after posting 15 shots, with two goals and seven shots on net. Alex Bayouth and Kamrynn Davis highlighted the scoresheet with their heroic efforts in the semifinal matchup, with SFA having 12 different shot-takers. Sydney Williams and Sawyer Kohutek recorded a full 90 minutes on the pitch, holding Lamar's offense scoreless. Sierra McCluer allowed zero goals and pulled in five saves.
SFA now marks their spot in the SLC Championship match against No. 5 HCU. The match is scheduled for 1:00 P.M. on Sunday, November 9, in Beaumont, Texas.
POSTGAME NOTES
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Alex Bayouth tallied the first goal for SFA in the 64th minute after timing up a pass off Taylor Dodson, giving SFA the 1-0 lead. After an intense second half as the Cardinals were trying to scratch back to even the match, Kamrynn Davis was able to get behind a breakaway ball to go head-to-head against the Cardinals Keeper. Davis was able to dribble a shot in the 89th minute to tally the second goal for SFA, securing the 2-0 victory.
The Lamar Cardinals rattled off 13 shots, led by Kam Jalayer with four shots, as the Cardinals recorded five shots on goal. The Cardinals were held scoreless this match, being one of six shutouts against Lamar on the season. Junior keeper Maddie Rich led most of the way for the Cardinals, playing 82 minutes, allowing the go-ahead goal for SFA, and recording five saves.
The Lumberjacks found the win column after posting 15 shots, with two goals and seven shots on net. Alex Bayouth and Kamrynn Davis highlighted the scoresheet with their heroic efforts in the semifinal matchup, with SFA having 12 different shot-takers. Sydney Williams and Sawyer Kohutek recorded a full 90 minutes on the pitch, holding Lamar's offense scoreless. Sierra McCluer allowed zero goals and pulled in five saves.
SFA now marks their spot in the SLC Championship match against No. 5 HCU. The match is scheduled for 1:00 P.M. on Sunday, November 9, in Beaumont, Texas.
POSTGAME NOTES
- Taylor Dodson leads SFA in postseason points with three.
- Kamrynn Davis scores first collegiate postseason goal.
- Sierra McCluer reaches her 10th shutout of the season.
- 'Jacks add 17th win over Cardinals in series history.
- SFA returns to the SLC Championship in back-to-back years for the first time since 2016-2017.
- Ashley Whittemore takes 'Jacks to finals as first-year head coach.
FOLLOW THE LUMBERJACKS
For all the latest information on SFA soccer, visit SFAjacks.com. For up-to-the-minute updates, follow the Lumberjacks on X, Instagram, and Facebook.
Team Stats
SFA
LAM
Goals
2
0
Shots
15
13
Shots on Goal
7
5
Saves
5
5
Corners
3
4
Fouls
9
13
Scoring Plays

Alex Bayouth (3)
Assisted By: Taylor Dodson
GOAL by SFA Bayouth, Alex Assist by Dodson, Taylor.
64:48

Kamrynn Davis (2)
GOAL by SFA Davis, Kamrynn.
89:42
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