Monks Fall 2-1 to Saint Joseph's (Conn.) Despite Offensive Surge

STANDISH, Maine – Saint Joseph's College of Maine's soccer team narrowly lost 2-1 to Saint Joseph's College (Conn.) in a closely contested match on Saturday. Despite a robust offensive effort and a strong second-half performance, the Monks were unable to overcome the visiting team.

The game's sole goal for Saint Joseph's (ME) came from Sofia Abreu, who scored her first career goal, adding a notable highlight to the Monks' attack. Saint Joseph's (ME) out shot their opponents 15-8, with 9 of those shots on target compared to 5 for Saint Joseph's (Conn.). The Monks also earned 4 corner kicks, all in the second half, while the visitors had 7 corners.

Despite a strong showing, Saint Joseph's (ME) could not capitalize on their chances. Saint Joseph's (Conn.) managed to secure their win with Allison Drake making 8 saves in goal.

Saint Joseph's goalkeeper Ashlyn Guerrette recorded 3 saves on 5 shots faced, but was unable to prevent the two goals scored by the visitors. Sydney Gallop led the Monks with 6 shots and 3 on goal, while Fridah Mwaghania added 2 shots on target. Emilienne Bidding-Augustine and Jordan Huntley also contributed with key shots, and Maeve Davis provided an assist on Abreu's goal.