William Smith sophomore Maialen Martinez and the Heron defense recorded a pair of shutouts on opening weekend, beating Hardin-Simmons 2-0 and Stevenson 3-0. The Herons opened the season with an impressive effort against a Cowgirl squad that led the nation in goals scored last season, limiting them to just four shots, none in the second half. The following afternoon, Martinez and the Herons did not allow a shot on goal against the Mustangs.