ALFRED, NY – The Alfred State women's soccer team closed out the regular season Saturday afternoon, facing a tough challenge against SUNY Oneonta at Pioneer Stadium. Despite a determined effort from the Pioneers, the Pioneers finish the regular season with a 7-6-2 record.
Oneonta found the scoreboard early, scoring just over two minutes into the match to take a 1-0 lead. The Red Dragons added two more goals late in the first half, carrying a 3-0 advantage into the break.
Alfred State continued to battle throughout the match and created several scoring opportunities against one of the conference's top defenses.
Regan Curabba generated a quality chance in the opening half, while
Isabella Hoffmann,
Kaitlyn Howell, and
Estella Watt each put shots on target during the second half as the Pioneers searched for a breakthrough.
The Red Dragons added their final goal in the 62nd minute to account for the 4-0 final score.
Madeline Cox turned in a strong performance between the posts for Alfred State, recording six saves. The Pioneers finished the afternoon with five shots, including four on goal.
