CLEVELAND-The Delta State University Lady Statesmen soccer team broke an eight match winless streak Tuesday at Delta Field, with a 1-0 victory over Judson College.

Sandra Nirva knocked home a rebound goal in the eighth minute, that proved to be the game winner. The goal followed a corner-kick by Jackie Kelly, that was knocked down by Joy Johnson.

The Lady Statesmen (4-11-1) used a constant attack, and narrowly missed other chances that would have added to the lead.

Judson (6-7-2) keeper Rachel Walker stopped 7-of-8 Lady Statesmen shots on goal, while DSU keeper Megan Galloway picked up her first career win. Galloway stopped four shots on goal by JC.

Kelly, Johnson and Nirva each recorded two shots on goal for DSU.

Seniors Megan Dixon, Jazmin Yacaman, and Joy Johnson were each honored for their dedication to the Lady Statesmen soccer program during the Senior Day festivities.

The Lady Statesmen will travel to Huntsville, Ala., to take on the UAH Lady Chargers on Friday, Oct. 22, before returning home for their final match of the season on Oct. 27.