Alfred University Athletics

Senior Miranda Gilbert was instrumental in the Saxons’ undefeated week with her top performance occurring on Saturday. Gilbert, playing mostly defense but occasionally switching to midfield (substitutions pending) helped the Saxons keep host Bethany College (WV) away from scoring position. Gilbert and the defense held the Bisons to only one shot on goal and even with that, they made sure that senior Saxon goalkeeper, Sammy Jo Shanahan did not have to do any work for the full 90 minutes as the defense recorded a team save on the play at the end of regulation. Gilbert was also charged with the game-winning goal in the 24th minute of play. Gilbert received a well-placed throw in from teammate Alyssa Garbarino, turned and then scored from outside of the box for the 1-0 win. Earlier in the week, Gilbert and the Saxons held Houghton College to a 0-0 tie in Empire 8 action.