Wheaton College Women's Soccer Team Falls to Worcester State 2-0

The Wheaton College (Mass.) women's soccer team was defeated by host Worcester State University 2-0 in a match played at Coughlin Field in Worcester, Mass. The Lyons dropped to 1-1 on the season, while the Lancers improved to 2-0. The match saw both teams with 11 shots each, but Worcester State had a 10-6 margin in shots on frame. The Lancers took an early lead in the third minute with a goal from Olivia Magierowski, and she scored again in the 52nd minute to seal the win for Worcester State. The Lyons had several chances to score, including a shot from Karina Contreras that hit the cross bar and a high shot from Kate Rafferty, but were unable to find the back of the net.

Key Takeaways:

• The Wheaton College women's soccer team was defeated by Worcester State University 2-0, with the Lancers improving to 2-0 on the season and the Lyons falling to 1-1.
• Olivia Magierowski scored two goals for Worcester State, including her second career multi-goal effort, to give the home team a 1-0 and 2-0 margin.
• The Lyons were awarded three corner kicks in the match, but were unable to capitalize on the scoring opportunities.
• Patricia Bandrup, the senior keeper for Wheaton, finished with eight saves, while Ella Gumienny, the junior goalie for Worcester State, recorded her 15th career shutout.
• Senior forward Ali Roche led the Lyons' offense with three shots.
• The Lyons return to the pitch on Saturday, September 6 to take on Keene State College, while the Lancers head to Fitchburg, Mass. to open the Massachusetts State College Athletic Conference slate with a match against Fitchburg State University.

Statistics:

• 2-0 final score in favor of Worcester State University
• 11-11 even shots for both teams
• 10-6 margin in shots on frame for Worcester State
• 8 saves for Wheaton College keeper Patricia Bandrup
• 6 shots stopped by Worcester State goalie Ella Gumienny for her 15th career shutout
• 3 shots led by Wheaton College forward Ali Roche

Sources:

• Press Release: Wheaton College (Mass.)

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