Franklin, MA- The Dean College women's soccer team fell short versus Rhode Island College on Saturday Afternoon by a final score of 0-3. The Bulldogs drop to 0-1 on the year, while Rhode Island College moves to 1-1. 

How it Happened:
-The opening twenty minutes of the match were neutral from both sides. Senior goalkeeper Lexi Gerow (Pownal, VT) made multiple key saves to keep the Anchormen out of the goal. 
-Sophomore Madison Arthur (Winsted, CT) began the first opportunity on offense for the Bulldogs. Her efforts on the throw-in, plus multiple stops in the corner, allowed Dean to get a shot on goal and keep the pressure active.
-In the 23rd minute, the Anchormen broke the score. Forward Sarah Pimentel was able to find the back of the net, giving Rhode Island the early 1-0 advantage.
-The Bulldogs made one more bid in the first half. Sophomore Zia Lear (Griswold, CT) struck a curve ball on-goal. However, the defense was able to capitalize and made the stop. Heading into the break, the Bulldogs trailed by one, 1-0.
-Once again, the Bulldogs opened the half strong. Danielle Reinhard (Las Vegas, NV) took over in goal, making several stops. Miro McIntyre Clere (Sydney, Austrailia) also made a defensive stop. 
-In the 64th minute, Tayshia Cary found the back of the net for the Anchormen, furthering their lead to 2-0.
-Shortly after Cary's goal, Hannah Rezendes scored the Anchormen's third goal of the game, making it 3-0 with 25 minutes left. 
-Although the Bulldogs put the pressure on towards the end of the match, the score halted in its place. The Anchormen took the win by a score of 3-0.

Standouts:
-Lear (1 shot)
-Gerow (10 saves)
-Reinhard (9 saves)

Next Up:
-Tuesday, September 4th, 4:00PM vs. Curry College (Grant Field).

For Media Inquiries:
Brett Chaves
Sports Information Director, Dean College Athletics
(508) 541-1826
BChaves@dean.edu