Recap
The Nichols College women's soccer team defeated MCLA 1-0 Friday night in North Adams, Massachusetts in a non-conference match.

The lone goal scored in the game came off the foot of graduate student Meghan Dunn who put one into the upper left corner of the net after collecting a pass from junior Melody Millett. The Bison (1-0-0) dominated on the offensive side of the ball, outshooting the Trailblazers (0-1-0) 29-5 including 16-1 in the second half.

MCLA's goalie Megan Richardson recorded 14 saves as Nichols kept her busy. Sophomore Olivia Marcantonio recorded her first career shutout, after making 3 saves. Dunn also led all players with 12 shots and 5 shots on goal.
 
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"We are very excited about our performance in our first match tonight. We created numerous scoring opportunities and coupled that with a great defensive effort.  Our back line of Emma, Hallie, Maddie, and Nicole along with Goalkeeper Olivia were solid, not only taking opportunities away but also creating them through building out of the back. The first win of the season came through a hard fought battle.  MCLA was a talented side with some dangerous attacking movement, as well as a very talented goalkeeper who snagged quite a few of our opportunities.  We are excited for Meg Dunn and Mel to have combined for our first goal of the season.  We are looking forward to the grit and athleticism that this team has and seeing that on a consistent basis. Can't wait to see this team get after it again on Sunday 12pm on the turf!" – Nichols head coach Karen Gurnon
 
Next Match
Sunday, September 1 vs St. Joseph (CT), 12:00 p.m.