Boxscore IMMACULATA, Pa. - Widener Field Hockey earns a convincing road win, shutting out Immaculata 2-0.
The Pride improve to 4-2 on the season and remain 0-0 in conference play.
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HOW IT HAPPENED
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The Pride came out firing in the first quarter, testing the Mighty Macs' goalie Mackenzie Schrack early with shots from Karly Bervinchak and Haye. It was Armstrong who struck first, converting a corner from Megan Bryk to give the Pride a 1-0 lead. The team kept the pressure on, generating additional scoring chances with strong play from Armstrong, Briana Rocha, Bervinchak, while goalie Fithian held the defensive end to maintain the lead through the opening 15 minutes.
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Widener continued to apply pressure in the second period, with Bervinchak and Armstrong testing Immaculata's goalie multiple times. The Pride extended their lead when Haye scored her second goal of the season to make it 2-0. Solid defense helped the Pride maintain control through the remainder of the half.
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The Pride maintained control through the third period, creating multiple scoring opportunities from Haye and Armstrong. Bryk also helped generate offensive pressure with a penalty corner. Strong defensive play by goalie Fithian and the Pride's back line kept Immaculata from finding the net, preserving Widener's 2-0 lead through the end of the period.
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Widener closed out the fourth period focused on maintaining possession and protecting their 2-0 lead. The Pride generated multiple scoring chances, with Bervinchak and Alex Quartapella testing Immaculata's keeper. Sturdy defensive work helped the Pride preserve the shutout, securing the 2-0 road victory over Immaculata.
UP NEXT
The Pride stay on the road as they travel to Galloway, N.J., to face Stockton on Wednesday, Sept. 24, with a 7 p.m. start.
