Women’s Soccer Strong Defense Falls Short to Franklin & Marshall
Final | 1 | 2 | T |
---|---|---|---|
Franklin & Marshall (5-0-0) | 4 | 0 | 4 |
Goucher (0-3-0) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Team Stats
Franklin & Marshall
Game Statistics | Franklin & Marshall | Goucher |
---|---|---|
Shots (on goal) | 29 (18) | 5 (1) |
Saves | 1 | 14 |
Fouls | 7 | 6 |
Corner Kicks | 7 | 3 |
Offsides | 2 | 0 |
The Goucher women's soccer team's defense put up a fierce fight this afternoon, but was taken down by Franklin & Marshall, 4-0 in their home opener.
The Diplomats dominated possession for most of the game, giving the Gophers' defense a tough battle throughout. The defense fell short in the first half; all four goals of the game were scored in the first 45 minutes.
The Gophers stepped on the pitch in the second half with a rejuvenated spirit and were able to completely shut down the Diplomats offense. Freshman Jenna Abaza (Doylestown, PA/CB West) was a force in the goal, collecting 9 saves in the last 45 minutes. Despite the team's stellar second-half effort, the Gophers offense could not follow through and the Diplomats kept their first-half lead for the win.
The loss against Franklin & Marshall brings the Goucher women's soccer team to 0-2 on the season. Their next competition is set for home on Monday night against Hood College; game time is 7PM.