Hood College women’s soccer lost 3-0 to Stevenson University in a Middle Atlantic Conference Commonwealth match on Oct. 20 in Frederick, Maryland. Stevenson University scored once in the first half and twice after halftime to secure the victory.
Marlie DeRenzis made six saves for Hood College, while Isabella Serano stopped seven shots for Stevenson University. The Blazers held a 17-12 advantage in shots but could not convert their offensive chances into a goal.
Stevenson University Builds First-Half Lead
Hood College opened the match with shots from Rebecca Perez and Adrianna Escobar during the first four minutes. The Blazers finished the first half with a 6-5 edge in shots, but Stevenson University took the lead in the 36th minute.
Marissa Struhar scored the opening goal for Stevenson University after receiving an assist from Kailyn Beall. The goal sent Stevenson University into halftime with a 1-0 advantage.
Mustangs Add Two Second-Half Goals
Stevenson University extended its lead seven minutes into the second half when Madison Rytina scored. Hood College continued to pressure the Stevenson defense and totaled 11 shots in the half, but Serano kept the Blazers off the scoreboard.
Keltie Goin completed the scoring for Stevenson University late in regulation. Madison Simard assisted on the goal, giving the Mustangs a three-goal lead.
Hood College Women’s Soccer Statistical Leaders
Leah Cook led Hood College with five shots, including two on goal. Emily Blohm added three shots and put two attempts on target.
Stevenson University finished with four corner kicks compared with three for Hood College. The Mustangs committed nine fouls, while the Blazers were called for seven.
Records and Next Match
The result dropped Hood College to 2-11-2 overall and 0-4-2 in Middle Atlantic Conference Commonwealth play. Stevenson University improved to 2-11-2 overall and 1-3-1 in conference competition.
Hood College was scheduled to return to action against Eastern University on Saturday, Oct. 24, at noon in St. Davids, Pennsylvania.
Maryland Sports Blog Take
Hood College generated more shots than Stevenson University, but the Mustangs were more efficient in front of goal. Cook and Blohm helped create opportunities for the Blazers, while DeRenzis made six saves to keep Hood College within reach before Stevenson University pulled away in the second half.
Source: Original report
