Brockport, NY – The women's soccer team returns to action this week with a pair of important Empire 8 conference matchups. The Golden Eagles will host St. John Fisher University on Wednesday, October 21st at 7 pm for their Green & Gold Rush Game before traveling to Houghton University on Saturday, October 24th for a 4 pm contest. Brockport enters the week with an 11-2-2 overall record and a 7-1-1 mark in Empire 8 play.
Last Week Recap: The Golden Eagles split their two conference matchups last week, falling 2-0 on the road against Nazareth University on Wednesday before bouncing back with a 1-0 shutout victory over Hartwick College on Saturday.
Against Nazareth, Brockport suffered its first regular-season Empire 8 defeat in two years, snapping its conference unbeaten streak. Alana Yahoudy led the offensive attack with seven shots, including two on goal, while goalkeeper Emily McCane recorded eight saves.
The Golden Eagles responded on Saturday with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Hartwick during their Pink Out The Pitch – Breast Cancer Awareness Game. Kaitlyn Spring scored the game-winning goal in the 74th minute off an assist from McKenna Slate. Brockport outshot the Hawks 14-11, while McCane made five saves to secure the shutout.
Players to Highlight: Amelia Breton continues to lead the Golden Eagle offense with 15 goals, two assists and 32 points this season. Breton has recorded 64 shots, including 31 on goal, and leads the team with seven game-winning goals.
McKenna Slate has also been a key offensive contributor, recording four goals and three assists for 11 points. Slate provided the assist on Spring's game-winning goal against Hartwick, helping Brockport return to the win column.
Spring has continued to make an impact on both ends of the field, recording four goals and two assists for 10 points. Her game-winning goal against Hartwick marked her fourth goal of the season.
Defensively, McCane has remained a strong presence in goal, recording 59 saves and a .843 save percentage. She has contributed to seven shutouts this season, helping Brockport maintain a strong defensive presence throughout conference competition.
Scouting St. John Fisher: The Cardinals enter Wednesday's matchup with a 13-1 overall record and a perfect 9-0 mark in Empire 8 play. St. John Fisher has won 11 consecutive games, including a 2-1 road victory over Houghton on Wednesday and a dominant 4-0 shutout against Russell Sage on Saturday. Emily Woolingham led the offensive attack against Russell Sage with two first-half goals, while Carolyn Rowe and Jillyan Ewing each added a goal. The Cardinals have scored 45 goals this season while allowing just 11, establishing themselves as one of the conference's strongest offensive teams. Wednesday's matchup will feature two of the Empire 8's top teams as Brockport looks to defend its home field during the Green & Gold Rush Game.
Scouting Houghton: The Highlanders enter the week with a 9-4-1 overall record and a 6-3-1 mark in Empire 8 competition. Houghton split its conference matchups last week, falling 2-1 at home against St. John Fisher on Wednesday before earning a 2-0 shutout victory over SUNY Poly on Saturday. Earlier this month, the Highlanders recorded a 5-0 victory over Keuka College and a 1-0 win against Utica University. Houghton will host SUNY Geneseo on Wednesday before welcoming Brockport to Burke Field for Saturday's 4 pm matchup.
Coming Up – Brockport will return to action on Tuesday, October 27th when the Golden Eagles travel to Fredonia for a 4 pm non-conference matchup.
