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Game Recap: Women's Soccer |

Women's soccer drops home opener vs. Franklin Pierce

SPRINGFIELD, Massachusetts - The American International College women's soccer team hosted their first home game of the season against Franklin Pierce University.

FAST FACTS:

Final Score: AIC 0, Franklin Pierce 2

Record: AIC moves to 3-3-0 overall and 1-2-0 in NE10 play, while Franklin Pierce improves to 4-0-0 overall and 3-0-0 in the NE10.

Location: Abdow Field, Springfield Massachusetts



STAT LEADERS:

AIC:

Jacinda McCartney (one shot on goal)

Mikayla Demanche (3-3 record, five saves)

Franklin Pierce:

Veronica Marques (one goal, two shots on goal)

Nathalia da Silva (one goal)

Casey Kane (4-0 record, one save)

HOW IT HAPPENED:

  • Both teams were impressive on the defensive end, not allowing too many shots on net during the first half of play.
  • Redshirt junior goalkeeper Mikayla Demanche had an impressive save off a strong strike from junior forward Veronica Marques.
  • In the 30th minute, Marques give the Ravens the first goal of the night. Her fifth goal of the season.
  • The Yellow Jackets offense was picking up in the second half, but missed a few opportunities on goal, including a couple that flew over the net.
  • The Ravens added to their lead, scoring their second goal in the 64th minute from senior midfielder Nathalia Maria de Silva.
  • The score remained the same. Resulting in a 2-0 finish, advantage Franklin Pierce.

BUZZWORTHY:

  • Every game the Yellow Jackets have been a part of, the final score has resulted in a shutout for one side or the other.

UP NEXT:

  • The Yellow Jackets will look to bounce back for a win as they host Stonehill College on Tuesday, September 18 at 7 p.m.

STAY CONNECTED:

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