Villanova Univeristy Athletics

Women’s Soccer Falls to Drexel in Overtime 

Feb. 25, 2021

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Philadelphia, Pa- The Villanova Wildcats went to overtime against the Drexel Dragons on Thursday afternoon but fell 1-0 in the 98th minute.

The goal was set up by Lauren Currey who crossed the ball right in front of the goal and Anna Salvucci was able to tap it in for the golden goal.

Megan McClay got the start in goal for the Wildcats and finished with career high eight saves, with four of those coming in the second half.  Chloe O'Neill finished with a team high three shots, she placed two of those on goal.  Her final on goal shot coming in the closing minutes of the second half where she ripped a shot at the Drexel keeper but Miyuki Schoyen was able to make the save. 

The Wildcats had another strong scoring chance in the 58th minute when Emma Weaver kicked in a corner kick that Lauren Ashman was able to head but was saved.

Villanova will return to action on Sunday afternoon when they host the Saint Joseph's Hawks.  Kickoff at Higgins Soccer Complex is scheduled for 1:00 P.M.
 

Emma Weaver | Sophomore | Midfield

Award: BIG EAST All Freshman Team
 
Spring 2021: Started all 15 games for the Wildcats…Tallied 1,238 minutes on the pitch…Took eight shots while placing five on goal for a .625 shot on goal percentage…Dished out three assists…BIG EAST: Tallied 884 minutes…Took a season-high three shots against Seton Hall (Mar. 18)