The Merrimack women's soccer team was victorious over the Sacred Heart University Pioneers on the afternoon of October 23rd at Martone-Mejail Field. The final score was 2-1 in favor of the Warriors!
Rapid Recap
Score: Merrimack 2, Sacred Heart 1
Records: Merrimack is 6-8-3 overall and 4-5-2 in MAAC conference play, Sacred Heart is 3-10-3 overall and 3-5-2 in MAAC conference play
How it Happened
The first half saw plenty of action from both sides. Sacred Heart found the back of the net first at the 4:35 mark of the first half. It didn't take long for the Warriors to respond, as Jillian Golden tied the game at one with her third goal of the season. 13 minutes later, Lauren Boughner would send a high-flying shot into the top left corner for her second goal of the season. The second half was kept scoreless thanks to the Merrimack defense. The Pioneers would get some shots off in the last 15 minutes of the game, but they were unsuccessful. The Warriors were able to hold on and secure the victory over fellow MAAC newcomers the Sacred Heart University Pioneers. This win for the Warriors helped their chances of making the MAAC playoffs.
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Up Next
The Warriors hit the road this Saturday, October 26th when they head down to Maryland to take on the Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers. This is a must-win game for the Warriors as it will determine their MAAC playoff position. The game will be streamed on ESPN+. Game time is set for 1PM. Follow Merrimack women's soccer on Instagram and Twitter @ merrimackwsoc
