Easton, Mass. - The women's team put together their most complete game of the year Saturday, defeating the St. Michael's Purple Knights 2-0. With the impressive win the Skyhawks improved to 2-3 on the season, 2-2 in the NE-10.
The Skyhawks dominated all aspects of the game. Offensively, Stonehill had 16 shots, with nine shots on goal. A relentless attack led to an early goal from freshman Caitlin McEvily (Grove Heights, Minn.), assisted by senior Meghan O'Brien (Stow, Mass.). The goal is McEvily's first collegiate score.
Midway through the second half the Skyhawks struck again. After multiple shots on goal, a deflected save was drilled in by sophomore Erin Bazinet (Charlton, Mass.). The unassisted goal was Bazinet's first of the season.
Defensively, Stonehill smothered St. Michael's. Outstanding play from Hilary Eckhardt (Marshfield, Mass.), Jenn Stanwick (Auburn, Mass.), and Kelley Harper (Liverpool, N.Y.) held the Purple Knights to only one shot.
Stonehill is starting to build momentum, winning two of their last three games. Their next contest will be Wednesday, September 19th, at Franklin Pierce.