Jersey City, N.J. – The Sacred Heart University women's soccer team fell to Saint Peter's 2-1 on the road Wednesday night in Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) play to wrap up the 2025 regular season.
Records:
Sacred Heart: (9-8-1, 7-5 MAAC)
Saint Peter's: (6-9-3, 3-8-1 MAAC)
Top Performers:
Morgan Bovardi: 1 goal | 4 shots
Shea Kelleher: 3 shots
Between the Pipes:
Sacred Heart:
Kyran Thievon: (L 9-7-1) 2 goals against | 6 saves
Saint Peter's: Emma Loopes: 1 goal against | 4 saves | Berglijot Kristinsdottir
How it Happened:
- The Pioneers came out fast, setting the tone early in the first half. Senior forward Morgan Bovardi continued her stellar season by putting Sacred Heart on the board in the 18th minute, scoring her 11th goal of the year. Her finish came off a rebound, capping off an aggressive stretch in which Sacred Heart fired multiple shots on goal.
- In the second half, Sacred Heart continued to push the pace offensively, controlling much of the play and creating several quality scoring chances. Then in the 76th minute, Saint Peter's took the lead. Lindsay McShea nearly tied the game for the Pioneers in the 78th minute on a penalty kick, but her attempt was saved. The Pioneers continued to apply pressure to end the game, but it wasn't enough. The Peacocks defense stood tall.
Of Note:
- Bovardi scored career goal number 30
- Sacred Heart had 19 total shots compared to Saint Peter's 11
- Sacred Heart also had more corner kicks, 9 compared to Saint Peter's 7
Up Next:
Sacred Heart is back in action on Sunday, November 2, as they will compete in the MAAC Tournament. Stay tuned to the MAAC website to see where and who the Pioneers will play.
