MERCYHURST (2-9-0) vs NEW HAVEN (1-8-1)
Sunday, Sept. 27 – 2:00 p.m.
Erie, PA – Saxon Stadium
TV: NEC Front Row
The Mercyhurst Lakers women's soccer team is set to face off against the New Haven Chargers at Saxon Stadium in Erie, Pennsylvania, on Sunday, September 27, at 2:00 p.m. This game holds special significance as it coincides with Senior Day for the Lakers, a moment to honor and celebrate the achievements of eight senior players:
Lauren Green,
Maddi Cowburn,
Taylor Beachy,
Caterina Cappiello,
Anamari Bosnjak,
Julia Bullock,
Ella Wholey, and
Amely Molina. The recognition ceremony will take place 15 minutes before kickoff.
Mercyhurst Overview
The Lakers come into this match with a 2-9-0 record and a 1-2-0 standing in conference play. In their last outing, they faced a 4-1 defeat against FDU.
Lena Rudy was a standout player, scoring Mercyhurst's sole goal, marking her second consecutive game finding the net.
Jenna Popowski,
Sydney Farrand, and
Julia Bullock each contributed with a shot on goal. Goalkeeper
Alyssa Alcorn showed resilience, making 16 saves against 34 shots from FDU.
New Haven Overview
New Haven arrives at Saxon Stadium with a 1-8-1 record and remains winless in conference play at 0-2-0. Their latest game ended in a 3-0 loss to Stonehill, where they managed five shots, with three on target. Goalkeeper Jordan Galica made six saves out of 12 shots faced. Key players for New Haven include Mariana Pinheiro Alves, who recorded two shots in the last game, and goal scorers Emily Marco, Grace Simpson, Mariana Alves, and Emma Mitchell, contributing to the team's offensive efforts this season.
Matchup History
The last encounter between these two teams took place on November 2, 2025, when Mercyhurst claimed a 2-1 victory at home. This upcoming match promises to be an engaging contest as both teams look to improve their season records.
Venue Information
Fans are encouraged to attend the game at Saxon Stadium to celebrate eight senior players and enjoy the game-day atmosphere. For those unable to attend in person, the game will be available for live streaming on NEC Front Row, ensuring that fans can stay connected and cheer on the Lakers from anywhere. Sunday's game will also be a Laker Nation Game, where students can earn 10 ANCHORS Points for attending!
Upcoming Schedule
Following this matchup, the Lakers will travel to face Le Moyne on Sunday, October 4
th at 1:00 p.m.
