Mont Alto, PA – The Bluefield University women's soccer team enjoyed a thrilling weekend, first defeating Penn State Hazleton 8-1 and then securing a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Penn State Mont Alto.
In their first match of the weekend, Bluefield University delivered an offensive onslaught against Penn State Hazleton, with eight different players contributing to the scoreline. The high-energy performance set the tone for the rest of the weekend and built significant momentum going into their next challenge.
The clash against Penn State Mont Alto proved to be a tougher test. Despite a scoreless first half, Bluefield's determination never wavered. The decisive moment came in the 77th minute, when
Moriah Mingo found the back of the net with a crucial assist from
Liberty Wolf. This lone goal proved to be the game-winner, as Bluefield secured a narrow but significant 1-0 victory.
This weekend's victories over Penn State Hazleton and Penn State Mont Alto mark a significant achievement for Bluefield's women's soccer program. The Rams have not seen a two-win season in over seven years and have achieved their first winning record in eight years. The success is a testament to the team's hard work and determination, as well as a promising sign of their potential for the season.
Coach
Patrick Ritter expressed his enthusiasm following the match: "This was a great Labor Day weekend to be a Ram. We knew Monday was going to be a really tough test for us as Mont Alto swept their conference last season. They were an extremely physical team, and we had to battle to find a goal in the 77th minute. The energy and effort from everyone was amazing both games. Our depth really showed all weekend with 12 different players scoring or assisting."
The standout performance of
Autumn Matthews in goal, coupled with a solid defensive effort, ensured that Bluefield University maintained a clean sheet throughout the weekend. The Rams' defense has proven to be formidable, and Matthews' contribution has been instrumental in their unbeaten run.
As Bluefield University revels in this historic achievement, the team's focus now shifts to their next challenge. The Rams are set to face the team sitting at top of the AAC conference, Columbia International University, on September 7th at 10 a.m. The upcoming match promises to be another exciting test of Bluefield's capabilities and a chance to continue their impressive start to the season.
