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Hofstra University Women's Soccer Team Looks to Rebound From Disappointing Season

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The Hofstra University women's soccer team, under the guidance of head coach Simon Riddiough, is aiming to bounce back from a lackluster 2024 campaign. In 20 years at the helm, Riddiough has established the Pride as a force to be reckoned with in the Coastal Athletic Association, with eight CAA Championships and numerous NCAA Championship tournament appearances to their name. Although last season was not a failure, it fell short of the team's lofty standards, resulting in a 8-5-6 record and a 5-3-2 conference record.

Key Takeaways:

  • The team is hoping to build on last season's performance, with midfielder Millie Davies predicting that the team can "say that we were disappointed, especially to lose again to Monmouth in the semifinals."
  • Three program cornerstones, All-CAA Third Team defender Gabriella Marte, All-CAA Third Team forward Mathilde Braithwaite, and defender Olivia Pearse, are expected to bring leadership and stability to the team, particularly in the absence of graduated captain Louise Hayden.
  • Four transfers, including Lilly Bailey from Morehead State University, Alexia Des Croisselles from Jacksonville State University, Polly Watson from the University of Central Florida, and Manon Lebargy from Middle Tennessee State University, have joined the team, bringing new talent and depth.
  • Lebargy is expected to form a lethal one-two punch with Davies, who caught fire at the end of last season, pouring in 12 points in the final six games.
  • Despite some bumps in the road, the team's experience and chemistry are expected to work in their favor, with Davies stating that "we all know how each other play... I think we're all on the same page with what we all need."

Statistics:

  • The team earned the fourth seed in the CAA tournament.
  • Danielle Bailey has a 76% possession rate in the first half of matches this season.
  • Hofstra University women's soccer team has won 8 CAA Championships under the guidance of Simon Riddiough.

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