CENTER VALLEY, PA (Oct. 28, 2026) -- The DeSales University women's soccer team fell to the Stevens Institute of Technology Ducks 1-0 on Wednesday afternoon in MAC Freedom Action.
The Basics
Final Score – DeSales University: 0, Stevens IT: 1
Records – DeSales: 4-9-3 overall (3-3-1 MAC Freedom), Stevens: 8-5-3 overall (7-0 MAC Freedom)
How it Happened
DeSales started out the first half strong, with an excellent defensive presence, eliminating the Ducks scoring opportunities. The Bulldogs had a few great looks at goal, but were unable to capitalize, ending the first half 0-0.
During the 49th minute of play, the Ducks got on the board, when Olivia Hoover hit the back right corner of the net. DeSales had a strong offensive and defensive presence the rest of the half, keeping the Ducks from getting another on the board, and pressuring them on the offensive side of the ball. DeSales was unable to find the back of the net, ending the game 1-0.
Top Bulldog Performers
Goalkeeper Ava Kichline ended the evening with four saves for the Bulldogs. On the defensive side of the ball, senior Catherine Crampton, and junior Cami Beetel contributed to the elimination of Duck scoring opportunities. First-year midfielders Tallia Hill and Caradyn McGinley each tallied one shot and one shot on goal for the afternoon.
For the Foes
Goalkeeper Lucy Smith tallied two saves for the Ducks. Avalyn Irwin tallied one shot, one shot on goal and one assist on the afternoon.
Inside the Box Score
Stevens took the majority 12-5 shots on the afternoon, DeSales had two shots in the first half of play and three in the second half. DeSales had the 4-2 majority saves with two in the first half and two in the second half.
Up Next
DeSales women's soccer travels to Marywood University on Saturday to wrap-up MAC Freedom regular season play.
