SMITHFIELD, R.I. -
Grayson Edwards' first collegiate goal proved to be the winner as the Bryant women's soccer team kicked off its 2025 season with a 1-0 win over Stonehill on Sunday afternoon.
Edwards' strike in the 30th minute would be all the scoring on Sunday as the Black and Gold opened the season with victory for the first time since 2023.
Shannon Mejia and
Selena Negron combined to make three saves to post the clean sheet.
Game Information
Bryant 1, Stonehill 0
Records: Bryant (1-0), Stonehill (0 -2 )
Location: Easton, Mass
Coach Bigg's comments on the win …
"I thought our team's performance in the season opener was definitely one we can be proud of," Coach Biggs said.
"Our energy, effort and communication were excellent throughout the game and we defended at a high level in their half and in ours. We generated some quality scoring opportunities, particularly in the first half and our goal was the result of some very good passing and running in their penalty box."
Key Moments
- In the 13th minute, Madison Luke had one shot on goal. Stonehill's Allie Sougaris made a diving save, forcing a corner.
- In the 30th minute, true freshman Grayson Edwards scored her first career goal, assisted by transfer, Nyema Prentice-White. Edwards came off the bench. Her goal led to the Bulldogs' first win of the season.
Scoring Summary
- 30th minute - Bryant 1, Stonehill 0, Prentice-White crossed the ball in the box, one Stonehill player tried to clear but Edwards was there and scored off the volley.
Game Notes
- Sunday marked the Bulldogs' first season opener and shutout win since 2023.
- Edwards is the first true freshmen to score the game winning goal in a season opener since 2016.
- Eight shots in the first half, 13 shots total.
- Keeper Shannon Mejia played in the first half, making one save.
- Selena Negron defended the net in the second half, making two saves.
Next Up
Bryant takes a trip to Loudonville, NY next Sunday, Aug 24 to face Siena. Kickoff will be at 4:00 p.m.
