Cedar Crest College Soccer Team Falls to Penn State Altoona in Season Opener

Strategic Insights -

The Cedar Crest College soccer team experienced a tough start to their season, losing 3-0 to Penn State Altoona in their season opener at Spring Run Stadium on Saturday. Despite a valiant effort from the Falcons' senior goalkeeper, Bella Bozen, who made 10 crucial saves throughout the game, the Lions' strong offense and solid defense ultimately led to the decisive victory.

Key Takeaways:

  • The game saw a significant defensive effort from Cedar Crest's senior goalkeeper, Bella Bozen, who made 10 saves, with 5 of them being crucial stops against the Lions' offense.
  • Laila Stevenson led the Falcons' offense with four shots, all of which were on goal, while Amiyah Carroll contributed with two shots, both of which were on target.
  • Kira Trexler had a standout performance for the Lions, scoring one goal and assisting on two others, while attempting four shots and placing one on target.
  • Ivory MoDavis secured the game-winning goal, converting her single shot on target, while Bridget Martin also scored a goal with her sole shot on goal.
  • Mya Torres recorded a shutout for the Lions, making five saves and stopping all shots faced.

Statistics:

  • Total saves made by Bella Bozen (Cedar Crest): 10
  • Shots on goal by Laila Stevenson (Cedar Crest): 4
  • Shots taken by Kira Trexler (Penn State Altoona): 4
  • Goals scored by Ivory MoDavis (Penn State Altoona): 1
  • Shutouts recorded by Mya Torres (Penn State Altoona): 1

Sources:

  • Harrisburg: Cedar Crest College Athletics of Pennsylvania news release.