Box Score WORCESTER, Mass.- Clark (10-5, 6-2 NEWMAC) came out victorious against Wheaton (7-6-3, 3-4-2 NEWMAC) on Saturday. After going down 1-0 early, the Cougars ambushed the Lyons with offense late in the first half to take a commanding lead that they would never relinquish.
Coach Smith's Thoughts
"A beautiful day to celebrate the dedication of five fantastic seniors and three super-seniors. No better way to dedicate a day to them than to score three fantastic goals and get a win."
How it Happened
- Medeiros took the first shot on goal for Clark in the 5th minute.
- Wheaton hopped out to an early lead on a goal by Claire Donfield.
- 20 minutes later the Cougars tied the game up on strike from sophomore Imani Salazar. First-year Isabel Echeverry assisted on the play.
- The Cougars took the lead late in the first half on a goal by first-year Cassandra Trevino.
- Trevino scored her second goal of the day for Clark early in the second on a rocket past the Wheaton keeper. Salazar picked up an assist.
- Late in the game, Medeiros had another shot on goal for the scarlet and white.
Inside the Box Score
- Clark put on an offensive clinic with 16 shots, 10 of which were on goal.
- Salazar's goal was her team-leading fifth of the season, while her assist was her second of the year.
- Trevino scored her second and third goals of the season for the Cougars.
- Echeverry recorded her first collegiate assist in the contest.
What's Next
The Cougars take the road Wednesday for a NEWMAC showdown at Springfield. That game begins at 7 p.m. from the Brock-Affleck field at the Irv Schmid Sports Complex.
