Alfred University Athletics

ALFRED, NY—The Alfred University women's soccer team was defeated at home, 4-1, by Utica College Saturday afternoon at Yunevich Stadium despite taking an early lead.
 
The Saxons were the first team to score in the game in the 30^th minute.  Freshman Rachel Uhrich (Saratoga Springs, NY/Webster Thomas) chimed in with her first career goal after taking advantage of a mishandled ball by the keeper in front of the net.  Heading into halftime the Saxons remained on top, 1-0.
 
Coming off the intermission the Pioneers quickly knotted the game at one in the 48^th minute.  Ciara McIlvenney scored the second goal for Utica to grab the lead in the 67^th minute.  Two more Pioneer goals ensued in the 76^th and 82^nd minutes.
 
Sophomore Lauren Wyant (Jasper, NY/Jasper-Troupsburg) and freshman Emily Wright (Dallas, TX/Plano West) supplemented with two more shots on goal in the game.  Sophomore Sammy Jo Shanahan (Valley Stream, NY/Valley Stream South) had 10 saves over 90 minutes of play for the Saxons.
 
AU (1-11-1, E8 0-4-0) has a quick turnaround, taking on Hartwick College tomorrow (Sunday) at 1PM in Alfred, NY.