HOUGHTON, NY—Four first half goals was all the Houghton Highlanders would need as they defeated the Elmira Soaring Eagles on Saturday, 4-1.
In the 16
th minute
Tanya Hatton opened the scoring by playing a penalty corner to
Ashley Hughes at the top of the circle. Hughes stepped inside and ripped a ball to Hatton on the far post, which she promptly deposited into the back of the cage.
Houghton then unleashed a barrage of goals, scoring three times in just over five minutes to close out the half.
Elmira added a goal with less than 10 minutes to play, but the Highlanders maintained their three-goal lead to secure the victory.
GAME VITALS
Score: Houghton – 4 | Elmira – 1
Records: Houghton: 8-7 (4-3 Empire 8) | Elmira: 2-13 (0-6 Empire 8)
Venue: Burke Field, Houghton College| Attendance: 83
SCORING SUMMARY
ADDITIONAL STATS
>> Houghton held advantages in shots (25-5) and penalty corners (13-2).
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Elizabeth Piszker made one save for the Highlanders to pick up the win.
UP NEXT
With their conference schedule complete, the Highlanders will host SUNY Geneseo on Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. in a non-conference matchup.
