Eastern Connecticut State University Women's Soccer Earns Impressive Victory
The Eastern Connecticut State University women's soccer team opened their season with an impressive 4-0 win against the University of Saint Joseph at Rick McCarthy Field in Mansfield, CT. The Warriors dominated the game, holding the Blue Jays to just two shots, both of which were off target. The victory marked the team's first win of the season, with a 1-0-1 record.
Key Takeaways:
- The Eastern Connecticut State University women's soccer team scored four goals against the University of Saint Joseph, with Michaela Gasparri, Lauren Weaver, and Arianna Tomassi all scoring their first career goals.
- Gasparri and Herbert combined for two assists in the game, with Herbert hitting the post twice within two minutes of scoring the first goal.
- The Warriors had 22 shots, with 12 of them on goal, forcing an impressive 8 saves from USJ's Corcoran.
- The team's back line was dominant, holding the Blue Jays to just two shots and zero on target.
- Sophiya Qureshi made her debut, entering the game in the 65th minute, and played a key role in the team's victory.
- The win marked a dominant performance from the Eastern Connecticut State University women's soccer team, with a 5-2 all-time lead against the University of Saint Joseph.
- The team's victory marked the largest shutout win by Eastern Connecticut in their 7-game series against USJ.
Statistics:
- Score: Eastern Connecticut State University: 4, University of Saint Joseph: 0
- Records: Eastern (1-0-1), USJ (0-2-0)
- Location: Mansfield, CT (Rick McCarthy Field)
- Shots: Eastern (22), USJ (2)
- Shots on goal: Eastern (12), USJ (0)
- Saves: USJ (8)
Sources:
- Eastern Connecticut State University Athletics news release.