BANGOR, Maine – The Maine Maritime Academy women's soccer dropped its regular-season final 2-0 on the road against Husson University in North Atlantic Conference action at John P. Boucher Field.
Maine Maritime received a strong defensive effort and standout goalkeeping throughout the match. Senior
Mayako Brown got the start and made a save before leaving in the 12th minute, while sophomore
Cora Brewster stepped in and turned aside six shots over the final 78 minutes to keep the Mariners within striking distance.
After withstanding early Husson pressure, Maine Maritime nearly found an opening in the 31st minute when freshman
Harlow O'Leary put a shot on goal that was stopped by Eagles goalkeeper Gabriella Smith.
The Eagles eventually broke through in the 34th minute, taking a 1-0 lead into halftime despite another solid stretch of defending from the Mariners. Brewster continued to make key saves in the second half, denying multiple Husson opportunities before the hosts added an insurance goal midway through the period.
Maine Maritime continued to battle offensively and generated two of its best chances late in the match. Senior
Megan Dorr forced a save in the 79th minute, while junior
Charlotte Manes also recorded a shot as the Mariners searched for a breakthrough.
The Mariners return to action on Saturday in the North Atlantic Conference quarterfinals with their opponent and time to be announced on Thursday.
