Elmira, NY -- The Elmira College women's soccer team will look to make it two in a row when they host Alfred State College this afternoon in non-conference action. Today's game, which starts at 4:00 p.m. on Campus Field, is also EC's "Kick it to Cancer" game. the Soaring Eagles will wear pink uniforms and sell 50-50 raffle tickets to benefit the Susan G. Komen Foundation of the Southern Tier.
Last Time OutThe Soaring Eagles enter today's contest fresh off a 2-1 victory over Alvernia University, moving EC's record to 4-5-2 overall. The Purple and Gold got off to a slow start against the Crusaders, getting shutout in the shot category in the first half, but that changed as Elmira scored twice in the final 20 minutes of play.
Danielle Fournier '15 slotted home a penalty kick to give EC a 1-0 lead in the 73rd minute, but Alvernia answered right back to tie the game just 56 seconds later. The Soaring Eagles would prove resilient, however, as
Mollie Hamilton '15 and
Abby Saturni '18 linked up for the go-ahead score with just over 11 minutes left.
Saturni Plays HeroAbby Saturni '18 chose a great time to net her second goal of the season as her score with 11:02 left on the clock lifted EC to the 2-1 win over Alvernia. She now has five points in her rookie campaign, coming from two goals and an assist.
Road TestedAlfred State has a near-perfect 4-1 record away from home this season, winning each of their last four road contests in dominating fashion. The Pioneers were shutout by SUNY Potsdam, 1-0, during the Potsdam Tournament, but have recorded four straight road shutouts since, outscoring opponents 25-0.
Looking AheadThe Purple and Gold have a short turnaround as they return to action on Saturday, October 18th for their final home game of the season. EC will take on Houghton College in a crucial Empire 8 contest at 1:00 p.m.
