Boston University Women's Soccer Hosts Holy Cross on Wednesday Night

Strategic Insights -

Boston University's women's soccer team prepares to take on Holy Cross at Nickerson Field on Wednesday, seeking to extend its winning streak to four games. With three of its final four regular season contests to be played in Boston, the Terriers aim to solidify their position in the Patriot League standings. The Crusaders, who have allowed just five goals in seven road games, will look to snap BU's winning streak in what marks the 17th all-time meeting between the two teams.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Boston University women's soccer team is seeking to boost its winning streak to four games against Holy Cross on Wednesday, with the match airing on ESPN+.
  • The Terriers are 2-1-2 at home in 2025 and play three of their final four regular season contests in Boston.
  • Holy Cross has allowed just five goals in seven road games and is unbeaten in four of its last five contests, winning two games in a row.
  • Senior Giulianna Gianino has eight assists on the season, pacing the Patriot League, while senior Margy Porta and junior Mackenzie Stickelman were selected as the Patriot League Midfielder and Defensive Player of the Week, respectively, on Oct. 13.
  • The Terriers have posted three consecutive shutouts at Nickerson Field, accruing a 283:26 scoreless streak that dates back to Aug. 21.
  • Holy Cross's Olivia Perez paces the Crusaders with eight points, while netminder Aubrey Haesche has recorded a 0.58 goals-against average, .913 save percentage, and three Patriot League Goalkeeper of the Week honors.
  • The Terriers host Senior Day on Saturday (Oct. 18) against American, with opening kick scheduled for 1 p.m.

Statistics:

  • The Boston University women's soccer team is 6-4-3 overall in 2025 with a 3-1-1 record in the Patriot League.
  • Holy Cross is 5-5-4 overall in 2025 with a 2-1-2 record in the Patriot League.
  • The Terriers have received six weekly awards in 2025, with five Midfielder of the Week selections.
  • Giulianna Gianino has 8 assists on the season, pacing the Patriot League and tying for seventh-most in Division I.
  • The Terriers' 283:26 scoreless streak dates back to Aug. 21 and has been maintained through three consecutive shutouts at Nickerson Field.
  • Aubrey Haesche of Holy Cross has recorded a 0.58 goals-against average and .913 save percentage in the Patriot League.

Sources:

  • Boston University Athletics
  • ESPN+