JERSEY CITY, NJ - The Saint Peter's University women's soccer defeated Marist 1-0 on Wednesday afternoon. Freshman forward Alyssa Hackett scored her first career goal in the contest as the Peacocks reached three wins on the year. That number matches their win total from the 2021 season.
Game Notes
- Freshman goalkeeper Olivia Mackethan was called into action early, making her first save of the game in the eighth minute.
- The Peacocks first chance came from freshman forward Gianna Grassifulli at the ten minute mark, but her attempt was saved.
- Saint Peter's struck in the 32nd minute off of a long throw-in. Freshman defender Samantha Garcia took the throw from the right side line even with the 18 yard box, and threw a long ball that was headed on by Grassifulli. Her header found the foot of Hackett and after a scramble in the box, she struck the ball with her left foot into the back of the net to put the Peacocks ahead.
- The score would remain 1-0 at the break.
- After both teams had attempts missed wide to start the half, Marist's best chance came in the 61st minute, as one of their players had a clear shot on target from just outside the box. Mackethan stopped the shot and corralled the rebound to avoid any danger.
- Graduate defender Brooke Boutchie had an attempt saved from a free kick in the 67th minute.
- The Red Foxes tried to apply pressure late, but the Peacocks were able to hold on and secure their second conference win of the season.
Inside the Numbers
- Hackett's goal was the first of her career.
- Garcia recorded her first career assist.
- Grassifulli's assist was also the first of her career.
- Saint Peter's recorded 10 shots. Grassifulli led the way with three. Hackett also contributed two.
- The Peacocks recorded six shots on target. Grassifulli had two, while Hackett, freshman forward Xochilt Turijan, graduate defender Brooke Boutchie, and senior midfielder Jazmin Brown each had one.
- Freshman goalkeeper Olivia Mackethan made two saves.
Thoughts From the Manager - Julia Bazi
- We knew today was going to be a physical battle and we came out on top!
- If these girls play with heart and desire like they did today, they can beat anyone.
- I'm very happy and proud of them!
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