THE RUNDOWN
The DBU Women's Soccer team shutout MSU Denver 4-0 in their second road game of the year at Assembly Athletic Complex in Denver, Colorado on Thursday evening. Four goals from DBU in the last 40 minutes of play marked their first shutout of the season.
In the first half, the Patriots and Roadrunners combined for a total of five shots. Freshman goalkeeper Carmen Lopez also combined for two saves.
The first goal of the night was made by Michelle Gonzalez (Marta) in the 51st minute, which was also her first goal of the season. Fifteen minutes later, Marta assisted Madison Parks to her first goal of the season making the score 2-0. Joeli Benson scored the third goal for the Patriots in the 76th minute and was assisted by Taylor Tufts. Finally, in the 82nd minute, freshman Riley Sisson scored her first goal as a Patriot making the final score against the Roadrunners 4-0.
DBU's win over MSU Denver at their home stadium, Assembly Athletic Complex, marked the Roadrunners first loss at home since April 2021. Their 14-0-5 win record comes to an end after two seasons with the 4-0 loss to the Patriots.
THREE THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW
- Riley Sisson made her first career goal as a Patriot in the 82nd minute.
- DBU did not allow any shots to be made by MSU Denver in the last 45 minutes. The Patriots outshot the Roadrunners, 12-3.
- The Patriots win marks the first loss at home for the Roadrunners since 2021.
INSIDE THE NUMBERS
13 - Marta scored her 13th goal as a Patriot.
19- The Patriots have made 19 shots on goal in two games.
152- Freshman goalkeeper Carmen Lopez has made the starting lineup for her first two games as a Patriot and has combined for a total of 152 minutes in playing time.
HEAD COACH MARCUS WOOD ON THE WIN
"Metro was an outstanding opponent. We had trouble getting into a rhythm in the first half and all the credit goes to MSU Denver. The first goal was Marta Magic. Quickly after Marta played in Madison Parks. Parks is capable of changing games with her pace and tonight Parks was spectacular. The third came on a beautiful service from Taylor Tufts to Joeli Benson. Then a beautiful moment for the freshman. Speedy McKenna Vela found Riley Sisson. The great level of competition brought out the best in the Patriots. Also, big shoutout for a great TEAM defensive effort and a shutout. Carmen had a big save in the first half and each player did her defensive job very well."
UP NEXT
The Patriots face No. 7 Colorado School of Mines in Golden, Colorado on Sunday, September 10 at 1 p.m.
