MILLERSVILLE, PA - The Marauders rallied hard today for their senior class in a tough battle against the Bloomsburg Huskies but ultimately fell 4–1.
Millersville came out with intent, scoring in the eighth minute as Aalivia Wainwright was able to place the ball in the back of the net after several deflections off a corner from Bailey Hunt.
Bloomsburg quickly responded, scoring their first goal in the 13th minute of play and their secondly shortly after. Neither team was able to score after the early goals, and the Marauders entered halftime trailing 2–1. Coming into the second half, Millersville pushed back as the Marauders created five more goal scoring opportunities, including a few free kicks and a corner. However, the Bloomsburg defensive line held strong to maintain its lead. The Huskies added to their lead with two goals during the 61st and 69th minute of play. The Marauders continued to fight, but were unable to find the back of the net before the game ended.
The Marauders now fall to 4-5-3 on the season with a 4-5-2 record against conference opponents. Bloomsburg moves up to fourth place in PSAC East standings with an overall record of 5-4-4 and an in-conference record of 5-3-3.
INSIDE THE BOX SCORE
- Millersville and Bloomsburg were evenly matched on paper throughout the entirety of the game. Both teams totaled ten shots with seven being on net. Each team had five shots in each half.
- The Marauders placed heavy pressure on goalkeeper, Riley Spingler forcing her to make six saves.
- Ten different Marauders took part in the offensive attack today. Isabel Coy led the charge with two shots on goal.
- Aalivia Wainwright scored her fourth goal of the season and the eighth of her career.
UP NEXT
- Millersville is back in action on Oct. 18, when they travel to Shepherdstown, W.Va. to face off against Shepherd.
