FREDERICK, Md. — Hood College women’s soccer drew Alvernia University 2-2 on Senior Day on October 3, 2026, as Dani Farias scored both goals for Hood. Farias scored in the 12th minute and added the equalizer in the 76th minute as Hood has moved to 0-0-1 in Middle Atlantic Conference play.
Dani Farias Scores Both Hood Goals
Hood College women’s soccer applied pressure early, with Leah Cook and Elizabeth Poulson each recording a shot on goal in the opening minutes. After Hood earned a corner kick, Poulson delivered the ball into the box, where Farias headed it into the net for a 1-0 lead in the 12th minute.
Alvernia University answered in the 22nd minute when Abby Stair scored with an assist from Tayler Flaherty to tie the match at 1-1. Kyla Lytle then scored in the 46th minute to give Alvernia a 2-1 lead.
Hood continued to push forward and earned a free kick in the 76th minute. The set piece found Farias in the box, and she scored her second goal of the match to bring the score to 2-2.
Hood College Women’s Soccer Preserves the Draw
Alvernia University pressed for a late winning goal, but Marlie DeRenzis turned away multiple shots during the final 15 minutes to preserve the tie. Hood held firm through the final whistle on Senior Day.
Cook led Hood with three shots on goal, while Poulson recorded one assist. Stair and Lytle scored for Alvernia, and Flaherty finished with one assist.
The draw moved Hood to 2-7-1 overall and 0-0-1 in conference play. Alvernia University moved to 3-3-3 overall and 0-0-1 in conference play.
Next Game for Hood College Women’s Soccer
Hood College is scheduled to host Messiah University on Tuesday, October 6, at 6 p.m. at Thomas Athletic Field for a Faculty Appreciation Game.
Maryland Sports Blog Take
Hood College women’s soccer answered both Alvernia goals, with Farias scoring the equalizer in the 76th minute. DeRenzis also made multiple late saves as Hood protected the 2-2 draw.
Source: Original report
