MERCYHURST (3-11-1, 2-4-1 NEC) vs DELAWARE STATE (1-11-0, 0-7-0 NEC)
Sunday, Oct. 25 – 1:00 p.m.
Dover, DE – Drass Field
TV: NEC Front Row
 
The Mercyhurst women's soccer team is preparing for an upcoming match against Delaware State, scheduled for Sunday, October 25, at 1:00 p.m. The game will take place at Drass Field in Dover, Delaware, and will be available for live streaming on NEC Front Row, offering fans the opportunity to watch the action live online.
 
Mercyhurst Lakers Overview
The Lakers come into this match with a 3-11-1 overall record and a 2-4-1 record in the NEC. In their recent game on October 18, the Lakers secured a 1-0 victory against Stonehill. Gabrielle Garcia scored her first career goal, assisted by Julia Bullock, while Alyssa Alcorn notched a shutout. Jenna Popowski was active with four shots, two of which were on target. Both Garcia and Alcorn received NEC Prime Performer honors for their performances.
 
Delaware State Overview
Delaware State currently holds a 1-11-0 overall record, with a 0-7-0 record in the NEC. The team is on an eight-game losing streak, having lost their last game 4-0 to Central Connecticut State on October 18. In the match, goalkeepers Johoanna Hornyak and Dorcas Ikechukwu combined for 10 saves. Delaware State has scored three goals this season outside their 14-0 win against Washington Adventist, with contributions from Thalia Garcia, Frederika Kibassa Maliba Ntumba, and Colleen Udoh. Goalkeeper Jazmin Bailey leads the team with 45 saves this season.
 
Matchup History
The teams have faced each other in the past, with Mercyhurst winning 9-1 at Delaware State on October 20, 2024, and Delaware State earning a 2-1 victory at Mercyhurst on October 23, 2025.
 
Broadcast Information
Fans who cannot attend the game in person can watch the live stream on NEC Front Row.
 
Upcoming Schedule
Following this matchup, Mercyhurst will return to Erie, Pa. for their home finale on Thursday, October 29^th at 1 p.m. as they take on Wagner.