RIVERDALE, NY – The Rider women's soccer team dropped a hard-fought match against Manhattan on Wednesday night, falling 2-1 as the Jaspers capitalized on a late goal to secure the win. Despite a strong start and competitive play through most of the game, the Broncs couldn't hold off Manhattan's pressure in the second half. The Broncs fall to 1-7-3 on the season. 

The Broncs struck quickly, with Courtney Carter opening the scoring in just the eighth minute of the match. The early goal put Rider on the back foot, but the Jaspers showed resilience, finding an equalizer before the halftime whistle. The first half proved to be evenly matched, with both teams recording seven shots each and going into the break deadlocked at 1-1.

In the second half, the Jaspers turned up the intensity, eventually outshooting the Broncs 19-9 overall and holding an 8-3 advantage in shots on goal. Rider's defense, led by solid goalkeeping by Ellie Sciancalepore and tenacious play, held strong against Manhattan's sustained attack for much of the half. However, with about 12 minutes left on the clock, the Jaspers broke through with the decisive goal, seizing a 2-1 lead.

Rider fought to create chances in the closing minutes but couldn't find the equalizer. Despite the loss, the Broncs demonstrated determination and promise, especially in their ability to match Manhattan's energy early in the game. 

Quotes and Notes
 "It is definitely frustrating to work so hard and get nothing from the game. Every season against Manhattan the game is close and we have had that moment from a special player on many occasions in the past. Today however Manhattan had that wonder moment from a player and the strike was special. We have to forget the outcome and go again on Saturday" – Rider Head Coach Drayson Hounsome 

- The Broncs and Jaspers are now 14-11-6 in all-time series history. 
- Jaspers are now 2-2-2 in the MAAC
- Sciancalepore, Jordyn Allen, Genevieve Ryan, Bethie Morgan, Courtney Carter, and Ava DeGeorge, and Valgerður Sigurjónsdóttir all play the full 90 minutes.
- The Broncs are still seeking their first MAAC win

Broncs by the Numbers
- Sigurjónsdóttir led the Broncs with three shots on the night.
- Tess Ferrie and Ava DeGeorge recorded two shots in the contest.
- Courtney Carter recorded her third goal of the season.
- Ava Ferrie contributed one shot in the match.
- Sciancalepore racked up six saves.

Up Next 
The Broncs continue on the road as they travel to Massachusetts to take on Merrimack on Oct. 12.
Kickoff scheduled for 1 p.m.