Box Score Boca Raton, Fla. – Lynn University's women's soccer team fought hard against the nationally-ranked Stonehill Skyhawks on Friday night, but fell 3-1 in non-conference action.
INSIDE THE MATCHUP:
Score: Stonehill 3, Lynn 1
Records: Lynn (3-6-2), Stonehill (9-2-1)
Location: Bobby Campbell Stadium | Boca Raton, Fla.
Series History: First ever meeting between Lynn and Stonehill
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STATS OF THE GAME:
- Lynn gave the nationally-ranked Skyhawks all they could handle, battling hard for a complete 90:00.
- Stonehill's two first-half goals came from distance as they netted a free kick in the 26th minute and
- Nilsson brought the Blue and White within one just three minutes into the second half, firing a left-footed strike past the Skyhawk keeper.
- The long range shooting of Stonehill was once again on display in the 74th as Emma Slade scored from about 30 yards out to seal the victory for the Skyhawks.
- Kiara Burga got the start and went a full 90:00, stopping eight shots.
- Anniina Sankoh took a team-high six shots, putting five of those on frame.
- The Blue and White were outshot 23-12 and outmatched 7-1 in corner kicks.
BEYOND THE BOXSCORE:
- After beginning the season 2-1-0 at home, Lynn is now 0-2-2 in its last four home games.
- Stonehill continues its South Florida trip on Monday, taking on Barry University.
UP NEXT:
The Fighting Knights get back to their SSC slate in their next tilt, traveling to nearby-Palm Beach Atlantic on Wednesday, Oct. 16 for a 7 p.m. match.