Orem, Utah – The Central Arkansas women's soccer team returned to action on Sunday afternoon, taking on the Utah Valley Wolverines in Orem, Utah. The Wolverines netted a pair of goals in the first half, and the Bears were unable to find the net, falling 2-0.

Utah Valley (1-1) grabbed an early lead, as Sarah Cipperley found Jaime Brown, who arced a shot over the head of Central Arkansas (0-2) keeper Anna Hughes for her first goal of the season.

The Bears got a good look just a minute and a half later, as freshman Camille Bassett found herself in open space, but her shot went just wide of the post.

The Wolverines added to their lead in the 19^th minute, when a free kick from Libby Weber found Sheridan Fox, who headed it home to put UVU up 2-0.

Central Arkansas again got the chance for a quick reply, when junior Kate Koch fired wide in the 20^th minute. Sophomore Stacia Carroll saw another opportunity for the Bears in the 40^th minute, but her attempt went high, sending Central Arkansas into the break down 2-0.

The second half saw more chances for the Bears, as freshman Ashley Smith and Carroll both put shots on target, but neither was able to beat UVU keeper Jessica Duffin.

"We came out and had a slow start, which comes down to preparation and discipline. We gave up a couple of early goals; one we were in a position to save and the other we just got beat going up on the set piece," said Central Arkansas coach Jeremy Bishop following the match.  "In the second half we played a lot better and had some good scoring chances, but we just couldn't finish."

Bishop continued, saying, "I feel like both games this weekend were very even, if you look at shots and possession. But our opponents were able to finish and we weren't. That's why we play these games though, to get better and get some things figured out."

On the day, the Bears were outshot 12-10, and managed to put three shots on goal. In goal for the Bears, Hughes made three saves.

Central Arkansas opens the home portion of its schedule on Friday, hosting in-state opponent Arkansas State at the Bill Stephens Soccer Complex. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:00 PM. "We're excited to get home in front of our fans," said Bishop. "This has been a very competitive game over the past three season, and last year was the first time we were able to beat them. We're looking forward to having a good group of fans."