BOSTON, Mass. — The Roger Williams University women's soccer team fell to Suffolk University, 2-0, on Saturday afternoon at East Boston Memorial Park.
The Hawks battled throughout the contest but were unable to find the back of the net against the Rams. Suffolk scored once in each half to secure the non-conference victory.
Rams Strike First
Suffolk opened the scoring in the 35th minute when Sophia Vazquez found the back of the net off assists from Olivia Sharkansky and Isa Peraza, giving the Rams a 1-0 lead heading into halftime.
Roger Williams looked to respond before the break, with forward Leah Costa (Woodstock, Conn.) and midfielder Mya D'Antonio (Marshfield, Mass.) each putting shots on target, but Suffolk goalkeeper Jaiden Wilds turned aside both attempts.
Suffolk Adds Insurance
The Rams extended their advantage in the 55th minute. Sharkansky scored off a pass from Avery Porter to make it 2-0.
Goalkeeper Lizzy Thompson (Holland, Mass.) continued to battle in the second half, making several saves to keep the Hawks within reach. Thompson finished the afternoon with seven saves against a Suffolk attack that recorded 15 shots, nine of which were on target.
Hawks Continue to Push
Roger Williams continued searching for a breakthrough as the second half progressed. The Hawks finished with five shots, including three on goal, and earned four corner kicks throughout the contest.
Despite their efforts, the Hawks were unable to find a goal before the final whistle.
WHAT'S NEXT?
The Hawks return home to Bayside Field on Wednesday, Oct. 21, to host Nichols in a Conference of New England matchup. Kickoff is set for 4 p.m. in Bristol, R.I.
