Rock Hill, S.C. – Winthrop women's soccer secured their first win of the season in a 1-0 shutout over VMI on Thursday evening at Eagle Field. The Eagles' defense maintained a clean sheet with three saves by goalie
Mia Ruffalo, while
Mia Silber scored the game-deciding goal for the Eagles.
Winthrop (1-2-0, 0-0 Big South) 1, VMI (0-3-0, 0-0 SoCon) 0
Scoring Summary
50' – WINTHROP – Silber (unassisted)
Game Recap
- Mia Silber led an early offensive effort for the Eagles, recording two shots by the 4:51 mark, with one saved by Maren Ryberg.
- The Eagles continued to apply pressure, with Amalie Steen's attempt in the 10th minute also saved by Ryberg.
- VMI's Ella Peterson challenged the Eagles' defense at 24:35, but Mia Ruffalo made a crucial save to keep the match scoreless.
- The half concluded with the Eagles maintaining the offensive edge but unable to convert, resulting in a 0-0 tie at the break.
- Silber scored the decisive goal for the Eagles at 50:04, marking her first game-winning goal of the season and breaking the deadlock to give the Eagles a 1-0 lead.
- Ashley Ross had multiple shot attempts, including a shot on goal at 52:30 and another at 54:21, maintaining pressure on the Keydets.
- The Eagles held their lead through the end of the period, securing the 1-0 victory.
Notables
- Mia Ruffalo recorded three saves and secured her first shutout in her career.
- Mia Silber notched the game-winning goal, one of her four shots, with two on target.
- Cordelia McIntosh attempted five shots, contributing to the offensive pressure.
- Ross also added five shots, including one on goal, further testing the opposing defense.
- Winthrop has extended their unbeaten streak to five games against VMI.
Looking Ahead
Winthrop will host Emory & Henry on Sunday at Eagle Field. This will end the team's three-game home stand as they will be on the road thereafter until September 3, 2026. The game will be at 6 p.m. est.
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