HOUGHTON, N.Y. — Houghton University women's soccer took a first-half lead Wednesday but surrendered two goals early in the second half in a 2-1 loss to St. John Fisher at Burke Field.
Hope Russell scored in the 20th minute to put the Highlanders ahead 1-0. Houghton carried the lead into halftime after limiting the Cardinals to one shot in the opening 45 minutes.
St. John Fisher responded with two goals in a span of 48 seconds. Olivia Kalil tied the match in the 58th minute, and Emily Woolingham scored the go-ahead goal in the 59th minute off an assist from Kalil.
Houghton had opportunities to equalize, finishing with six shots, including four on goal. Gracelyn Williams put both of her attempts on target, while Elena Esh recorded three shots. Goalkeeper Olivia Short made two saves.
The loss moves Houghton to 8-5-1 overall and 5-2-1 in Empire 8 play. The Highlanders return to action Saturday with an Empire 8 matchup at SUNY Poly at 1 p.m.
