BRIDGEPORT, Conn. - Ava Noramdin strikes twice, as the Assumption University women's soccer team picked up a 3-1 non-conference win at the University of Bridgeport, Wednesday evening at Knights Field.
THE BASICS
Score: Assumption University 3, University of Bridgeport 1
Records: Greyhounds (6-2-5, 0-2-4 NE10) | Purple Knights (3-6-3, 2-3 CACC)
HOW IT HAPPENED
Assumption claimed a 3-1 victory over Bridgeport, with
Ava Normandin leading the charge, scoring twice for the Greyhounds. Normandin put Assumption ahead just before halftime, with an assist from
Kylie Chin at the 44:42 mark. Bridgeport responded immediately, tying the match 1-1 at 45:46.
In the second half, the Greyhounds pulled away.
Ashley Wenzel netted her fourth goal of the season at 55:07, assisted by
Shannon Fitzsimmons, giving Assumption the lead again. Normandin added her second goal in the 60th minute to seal the win.
INSIDE THE NUMBERS
- Assumption dominated with 23 shots, including nine on target, while Bridgeport managed 12 shots, with only two on goal.
- Normandin's tallied her second and third goal of the season.
- The Greyhounds earned four corner kicks, while Bridgeport had two.
- Assumption's defense held Bridgeport without a shot in the first half.
- The Hounds lead the all-time series against the Knights 2-1
UP NEXT
- Assumption vs. Saint Anselm, Saturday, October 19, 12:00 pm.
- Bridgeport vs. Chestnut Hill, Saturday, October 19, 12:00 pm.
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