Washington College women’s soccer fell to No. 13 Swarthmore, 3-0, in a Centennial Conference game Oct. 27 at Clothier Field in Swarthmore, Pennsylvania. Swarthmore led 1-0 at halftime before scoring in the 63rd and 85th minutes.
The result left Washington College with an 8-8-1 overall record and a 3-6-0 Centennial Conference mark. Swarthmore improved to 11-1-3 overall and 7-0-2 in conference play.
Washington College Women’s Soccer Creates First-Half Chances
Lily Barnum and Sophie Kilbride each recorded a first-half shot on goal for Washington College. Barnum’s attempt came in the 21st minute, while Kilbride’s came in the 29th minute, and both attempts were saved.
Stella Saad scored Swarthmore’s first goal in the 31st minute, with Charlotte Carleton providing the assist. Swarthmore carried the 1-0 advantage into halftime.
Swarthmore Adds Two Second-Half Goals
Kaileigh Brady recorded two shots during the first 12:08 of the second half for Washington College. Both attempts were off target.
Ava Gizzie scored Swarthmore’s second goal in the 63rd minute, with Celia Kanellakos credited with the assist. Lauren Lior added the final goal in the 85th minute.
Washington College attempted seven total shots and two corner kicks during the game. Swarthmore finished with 24 shots and 12 shots on goal, compared with three shots on goal for Washington College and two corner kicks.
Washington College Goalkeeping
Olivia Allen made seven saves and allowed two goals in 76:23 for Washington College. Rylee Louden made two saves and allowed one goal in the final 13:37.
Washington College is scheduled to host Gettysburg on Oct. 31 at 7 p.m. in its Centennial Conference regular-season finale and Senior Night.
Maryland Sports Blog Take
Washington College women’s soccer stayed within one goal through halftime, but Swarthmore added two second-half goals to secure the 3-0 victory. The Shorewomen finished with seven shots and three shots on goal.
Washington College will close its regular season against Gettysburg on Oct. 31 at home. The game is scheduled as the Shorewomen’s Senior Night and Centennial Conference regular-season finale.
Source: Original report
