women’s soccer
Lady Barons showcase offensive power
By Madeline Dorobiala Staff Writer The Franciscan University of Steubenville women’s soccer team defeated the Bethany Bison 6-0 on Sept. 30 at 1 p.m. It was a hot, sunny day at Trinity Health System Field with the occasional cloud in the sky. The Lady Barons got off to a slow start, struggling to get their […]
Lady Barons soccer ties D’Youville on senior day after thrilling overtime finish
VERONICA ECKART STAFF WRITER This Saturday at home, the Lady Barons soccer team honored its senior players after a hard-fought match against D’Youville which ended in a double overtime tie. The Lady Barons and the D’Youville Spartans proved to be evenly matched, and the game wrapped up still tied with neither team able to score […]
Lady Barons soccer team shows aggression despite loss against Mount Aloysius
VERONICA NOVOTNY STAFF WRITER After a strong first half, the Lady Barons soccer team fell to Mount Aloysius College in a heartbreaking 2-1 loss on Oct. 17 at home. The Lady Barons fought hard for possession of the ball in the top half of Wednesday’s match, but the two teams shut down each other’s plays […]
Lady Barons collect their first conference win with shutout against Medaille
VERONICA ECKART STAFF WRITER This Saturday at home, the Lady Barons won their first conference match of the season and shut down Medaille with a 3-0 win to the delight of the crowded stands. The match started off with a grueling first half, with both teams fighting the rain-soaked and muddy field for control of […]
Lady Barons fall in second half to Geneva
VERONICA ECKART STAFF WRITER This Saturday at home, the Lady Barons soccer team fell in a hard-fought match against Geneva College with a final score of 2-1. Despite Geneva’s offense outshooting the Lady Barons 19-8, the Franciscan defense confined them to only two goals throughout the match. Senior midfielder Emily Wieszczek kicked off the action […]
Women’s soccer falls short in non-conference match against Westminster
VERONICA ECKART STAFF WRITER On Wednesday, Sept. 12 at home, the Lady Barons soccer team lost 1-0 in a non-conference game against the Westminster Titans. Beneath overcast skies, the Lady Barons took the field against Westridge, ready for an exciting match. The action began right away, with Westminster slipping past the Franciscan defense to make […]
Lady Barons kick off soccer season with an epic shutout against Thiel
VERONICA ECKART STAFF WRITER Franciscan University of Steubenville’s women’s soccer team set the tone for an exciting season with a 7-0 shutout against Thiel College this past Saturday at home. Conquering the oppressive heat and humidity, the Lady Barons fought to set the records straight after their previous season’s close loss to Thiel. The game […]
Lady Barons defeat Muskingum in home match
MARK BOREK STAFF WRITER In a thrilling Wednesday night matchup, the Franciscan University women’s soccer team dominated non-conference Muskingum College competition in a 5-0 showcase well indicative of positive things to come for the Lady Barons. The team jumped out to a quick lead in the form of three goals in the first 30 minutes […]
Lady Barons honor graduating players on and off the field
MAGGIE MCKENNA STAFF WRITER On the cold and cloudy afternoon of Oct. 22, the Lady Barons took the field in opposition with the Medaille College Mavericks to wrap up their 2016 season. Despite the poor weather, both teams played valiantly in a battle of possession, leading to a scoreless first half. The Lady Barons came […]
Lady Barons lose a tough battle with Westminster
AMELIA ARTH STAFF WRITER Franciscan University women’s soccer lost 2-0 in their home game against Westminster College Thursday evening, their second loss out of five games played this season. Although the Lady Barons had lost games in previous years against the Westminster Titans, they entered the field with hope. The weather of the clear day […]