Women’s Soccer Team Concludes Season at CAA Quarterfinals
The William & Mary women’s soccer team faced a tough end to their season during the CAA quarterfinals. They were defeated by Elon with a final score of 1-0 at Martin Family Stadium on Thursday night.
Match Overview
The Tribe struggled to convert their opportunities. They launched a total of 18 shots, with six classified as on target. Despite their offensive efforts, Elon’s defensive unit managed to secure a shutout victory.
First Half Highlights
- The match commenced with an early attempt by Mia Abbey, whose shot at 3:19 went over the goal.
- Elon took the lead at 4:30 from a successful play originating from a long free kick.
- William & Mary sought to respond by generating multiple scoring opportunities, particularly through Ivey Crain.
- Crain’s attempts at 12:01 and 18:37 were either saved or missed the target.
The first half concluded with the Tribe trailing 1-0, despite their persistent pressure on the Phoenix defense.
Second Half Performance
In the second half, William & Mary maintained their offensive intensity. They attempted several attacks, which included additional shots from Crain and Ella Ledwith. However, they were unable to equalize, despite earning several corner kicks.
- Abbey had a significant shot saved by Elon’s goalkeeper.
- Gwen Doughty, the Tribe’s goalkeeper, kept the scoreline close by making a crucial save at 80:29.
Statistics Summary
| Player | Shots | Shots on Goal |
|---|---|---|
| Ivey Crain | 8 | 2 |
| Mia Abbey | 3 | 2 |
| Sheridan Brummett | 2 | 1 |
Ultimately, the match ended with a 1-0 defeat, marking the close of William & Mary’s season in the CAA quarterfinals. Doughty performed admirably in goal, saving four out of 11 shots faced throughout the match.
