ASU defense shines despite loss to North Carolina

(Photo / Cate Lenegan Blaze Radio ASU)

TEMPE, Ariz. – In the 34th minute, a foul on Arizona State freshman defender Gator Demark that awarded a penalty kick to North Carolina was under review, and fans on both sides held their breath.

When the call was confirmed, Carolina graduate midfielder Summer Denigan put the penalty kick in the top right corner of the net, far out of reach for ASU sophomore goalkeeper Kennedy Zorn. The goal proved decisive in the match as No. 9 Carolina (5-1) delivered the Sun Devils (4-1-2) their first loss of the season 1-0 Sunday, Sept. 6, at Sun Devil Soccer Stadium…

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