SMITHFIELD, R.I. — The Bryant University women's soccer team was defeated 1-0 after a hard battle against UAlbany.
Final Score: Bryant 0, UAlbany 1
Records: Bryant (4-6-3, 2-2-1), UAlbany (5-7-1, 3-3-0)
Location: Bob Ford Field at Tom and Mary Casey Stadium | Albany, N.Y.
Coach Biggs' Comments:
"We started solidly today, but struggled after conceding the goal late in the first half. We were not sharp to start the second half, but battled back and fought hard until the end. While we grew more threatening in attack as the second half wore on, we couldn't find the tying goal."
Key Moments:
- Samantha Zaslaw recorded Bryant's first shot on goal in the 24th minute.
- Shannon Mejia made a save in the final seconds of the first half to keep the Bulldogs within one heading into the half.
- UAlbany's Tamia Nelson received a yellow card in the 81st minute.
- Caitlyn Forshay received a yellow card in the 87th minute as the Bulldogs continued their efforts to find a late equalizer.
Scoring Summary:
- 39:18 –Maddie Eddy scored the only goal of the match to give the Great Danes a 1-0 lead.
Game Notes:
- Caitlin Forshay led the Bulldogs with two shots, both on goal.
- Shannon Mejia made five saves, including four in the second half.
- Both teams received one yellow card, with UAlbany's Tamia Nelson and Bryant's Caitlin Forshay each receiving a caution.
Next Up:
Bryant returns to Beirne Stadium on Thursday, October 22, to host Maine in an America East matchup. Kickoff is set for 7:00 p.m.
