Christopher Newport University Hosts Nationally-Ranked Swarthmore College on Homecoming Weekend

Strategic Insights -

Christopher Newport University's 13th-ranked women's soccer team will face off against 12th-ranked Swarthmore College in a highly anticipated matchup on Homecoming Weekend. The Captains, who host a special pregame ceremony for Senior Day, will take on the Garnet at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday afternoon. The game marks the final home game of the regular season for CNU, who will be looking to extend their streak of three consecutive one-goal victories against Swarthmore. The Captains have a strong senior class, which has led the team to a 67-3-10 overall record in their four-year tenure, including two NCAA National Quarterfinal appearances and one trip to the NCAA National Semifinals.

Key Takeaways:

  • The CNU women's soccer team has a strong senior class, which includes Katy Bronski, Alex Dalakis, Alex Devers, Kyleigh Gough, Hanna Heaton, Abby Ochs, QB Osuna, Molly Seventko, and Hannah Taylor.
  • The senior class has been an integral part of the team's success, leading the team to a 67-3-10 overall record in their four years, including two NCAA National Quarterfinal appearances and one trip to the NCAA National Semifinals.
  • The Captains have won three consecutive one-goal victories against Swarthmore, including a 1-0 victory in 2023.
  • Hanna Heaton has scored 79 career points, ranking eighth in the CNU all-time scoring charts, and has 27 career assists, ranking third in CNU history.
  • Alex Devers has scored 25 career points, including 12 goals and six game-winners.
  • Swarthmore enters the matchup riding an eight-game winning streak and boasts a balanced offense and defense, ranking 20th nationally in shots per game and 23rd in goals-against average.

Statistics:

  • CNU's senior class has a combined overall record of 67-3-10 (.900) in their four-year tenure.
  • The Captains have reached the postseason in each of their first three years.
  • Hanna Heaton ranks eighth in CNU all-time scoring charts with 79 career points.
  • Alex Devers has scored 25 career points, including 12 goals and six game-winners.
  • Swarthmore enters the matchup with an 11-1-2 overall record and an eight-game winning streak.

Sources:

  • Christopher Newport University News Release
  • NCAA Division III Statistics
  • CNUsports.com Live Stats and Live Video Webcast
  • Swarthmore College Women's Soccer Website