PRESQUE ISLE, ME
The University of Maine at Presque Isle women's soccer team suffered a narrow 1-0 loss to the University of Maine at Augusta on Tuesday afternoon at Park Family Field. After a scoreless first half, the Moose found the winning goal in the second half to earn the victory.
How it Happened:
Both teams created opportunities during the opening 45 minutes, but neither could find the back of the net. UMPI recorded seven shots in the first half, including four on goal, while Maine-Augusta finished with five shots and one on target. Owls goalkeeper Michaela Carney made one save in the first half, while Moose goalkeeper Destiny Hensley stopped all four of UMPI's shots on goal to keep the game scoreless heading into halftime.
The game remained tight after the break, with both teams looking for the opening goal. Maine-Augusta finally broke through at 65:05 when Dixie Szabo scored off an assist from Jazmine McCallum, giving the Moose a 1-0 lead. UMPI continued to search for an equalizer but was unable to convert its remaining chances. Hensley finished with four saves to preserve the shutout.
UMPI finished with 10 shots, including four on goal, while Maine-Augusta recorded 13 shots and seven shots on target. The Moose also held a 6-2 advantage in corner kicks. Carney made six saves over 90 minutes, keeping the Owls within reach throughout the contest.
Top Performers
In Goal: Michaela Carney recorded six saves for UMPI, while Destiny Hensley made four saves to earn the shutout for Maine-Augusta.
UMPI Attack: Ella McCarthy led the Owls with four shots, including one on goal. Kamryn Clavette, Isabelle Allen, and Abby Doughty each recorded a shot on target as well.
Next Up:
The loss moves UMPI to 1-10-1 overall and 1-4-0 in NAC play. The Owls return home Saturday, October 24, to host Husson University in another North Atlantic Conference matchup. Kickoff is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. at Park Family Field in Presque Isle.
