Colorado College Triumphs Over Canisius in Women’s Soccer Match

In a thrilling women’s college soccer match, Colorado College grabbed a 2-0 win over Canisius. Junior Kendall Memoly stole the show, scoring both goals in quick succession and leading her team to victory.

The match took place at the Demske Sports Complex in Buffalo, N.Y. Both teams played with real energy, but Colorado College’s sharper strategy and execution made the difference.

Kendall Memoly’s Stellar Performance

Memoly was clearly the star, netting two crucial goals that sealed the win for Colorado College. In the 43rd minute, she pounced on a loose ball at the top of the box for her first goal.

Nadia Cassamajor set up the play with a cross, which Canisius freshman goalkeeper Chloe Tseros initially knocked down. Memoly didn’t hesitate and made it count.

First Half Highlights

The first half felt tense, with both sides creating chances but struggling to finish. Canisius nearly broke through in the 37th minute when junior Maggie Cregan fired a free kick at the Tigers’ goal.

Colorado College goalkeeper Regan Wallace came up big, making a clutch save to keep things level. That moment seemed to shift the momentum.

Second Half Dominance

Just 28 seconds into the second half, Memoly struck again, knocking in another loose ball during a scramble in the box. That quick goal set the tone for the rest of the match.

Colorado College showed they could punish defensive lapses in a heartbeat. Canisius struggled to recover after that blow.

Defensive Prowess

Regan Wallace played a huge role in locking down the win for Colorado College. She finished with seven saves and picked up her second shutout of the season.

Her presence in goal gave the Tigers a real sense of security. It’s hard to overstate how important she was out there.

Canisius’ Efforts and Key Players

Even with the loss, Canisius had players who stood out. Freshman goalkeeper Chloe Tseros made six saves, showing grit and composure under pressure.

Senior Mia Iacona led the team with four shots, two of them on target. She pushed hard to get Canisius on the scoreboard.

Full 90 Minutes

Seniors Skylar Cornell and Lizzy Harkness, junior Mary Malloy, and freshman Emilia Nuttall all played the full 90 minutes. Their effort and stamina were obvious throughout the match.

Graduate transfer Cayla Cajilig also made her first start for Canisius, bringing some extra experience to the lineup.

Statistical Overview

The stats offer a bit more color to the story. Colorado College took 15 shots to Canisius’ 13, holding a slight edge overall.

They really dominated in the second half, outshooting Canisius 12-4. The Tigers also took all nine corner kicks in the game, piling on the offensive pressure.

Upcoming Matches

Canisius will try to regroup when they visit Robert Morris for a non-conference game on August 28. Kickoff is set for 4 p.m. at the North Athletic Complex in Moon Township, Pa.

Kendall Memoly really showed what she could do out there. Her sharp play made a huge difference for Colorado College.

Regan Wallace stepped up on defense, shutting down Canisius at key moments. The Tigers earned this win, no question.