The first two minutes featured two goals, one by each team.
The final 88 minutes featured two goals, but only by one team.
The host College of Wooster shook off an early 1-1 tie to defeat John Carroll, 3-1, continuing a long streak of frustration for the visitors. John Carroll is now 1-15-2 all-time at Wooster (as compared to 8-2-1 at home against the same opponent).
A goal 28 seconds into the contest seemed indicative of the misfortune JCU has experienced. Holly Thompson took advantage of a loose ball in the box on the Fighting Scots first forway down the field to put the home team ahead 1-0.
But the Blue Streaks did answer, as
Brittany Dufalla scored her fourth goal of the year on an assist from
Macey Malinky at the 1:50 mark.
Miura Wiley broke the deadlock with what proved to be the match winner in the 15th minute, knifing through the JCU defense for a 2-1 lead.
Wooster controlled possession throughout the second half and the pressure paid off as Brie Jarrell scored the clincher at the 72 minute mark.
The Fighting Scots, who improved to 3-0-1, won the shots battle, 20-6.Â
The Blue Streaks, who fell to 2-2, had the edge in corners, 5-3.
Danielle DelGuidice made eight saves for JCU.
