BUFFALO, NY – On Saturday afternoon, the Rider women's soccer team fell to the Golden Griffins of Canisius, 2-0. Both teams threatened on the attack in the first half, but neither team could find the back of the net. With the loss, the Broncs fall to 1-5-2 on the season, still seeking their first conference win. Canisius outshot the Broncs 14-5 with a 8-1 advantage on goal

The Broncs started the game strong with three shots from three players in the first half. Ava DeGeorge had a shot on goal that was saved by the Canisius keeper in the 24th minute. Ellie Sciancalepore recorded three saves in the first half to keep it scoreless after 45 minutes of play. 

Canisius came out in the second half strong scoring two goals in less than a minute in the 51st minute. Ava Ferrie and Courtney Carter attempted shots late in the second half but Broncs failed to find the back of the net, as Canisius held on for the 2-0 victory.
 

Quotes & Notes
"We played a solid first half but Canisius came out stronger than us in the 2nd half and scored 2 quick goals leaving us to chase the game. We didn't get the points so our focus moves to Wednesday and the same objective." – Rider Head Coach Drayson Hounsome 

- Rider still leads all-time series history 15-12-3.
- With the win, Canisius is the top team in the MAAC
- Sciancalepore, Jordyn Allen, Genevieve Ryan, Bethie Morgan, Courtney Carter, and Ava DeGeorge all play the full 90 minutes.

Broncs by the Numbers
- Sciancalepore racked up six saves in the contest.
- Amanda Mendez, Ava Ferrie, Courtney Carter, Ava DeGeorge, and Noa Menzing each contributed a shot in the match.

Up Next
The Broncs return to home Wednesday, Oct. 5 when they take on the Bobcats of Quinnipiac University for a MAAC matchup.
Kickoff set for 7:00 p.m.