ALFRED, N.Y. – The Highlanders earned their first conference win against Alfred University. Meagan Barry started off the scoring with a free position shot followed by another quick goal from Beck. The Saxons were able to get on the board less than a minute later. Houghton was able to go on a 10 goal run to increase their lead going into halftime 13-2.
 
Alfred began the second half strong, scoring the first two goals before Houghton answered back. The Highlanders were able to score 6 goals before the Saxons found the net for the final goal of the game. The Highlanders consistent play gave them their 19-5 win over Alfred.
 

GAME VITALS
Score: Houghton – 19 | Alfred – 5
Records: Houghton 3-8; 1-3 E8 | Alfred 1-8; 0-4 E8
Location: Yunevich Stadium | Alfred University | Alfred, NY

NOTABLE STATS

• Marissa Hews led the scoring with 6 goals and added 9 draw controls and 3 caused turnovers
• Cori Beck added 4 goals, 2 assists and led the team with 9 ground balls
• Barry netted 3 goals, 2 assists and 4 ground balls
• Dones and Barber each had 2 goals
• Highlanders had the advantage in shots 38-14, ground balls 29-10 and draw controls 14-10

COACHES CORNER
"I'm very proud of the girls for playing unselfish and disciplined today."—Head coach, Cassley Jackowski

NEXT GAME
The Highlanders continue conference play at Sage on Friday, April 12^th at 4:30 p.m.