Rocker's goal pushes Bryant past FDU

TEANECK, N.J. - Abbey Rocker's first-career goal lifted the Bryant University women's soccer team to a 1-0 victory over Fairleigh Dickinson on Sunday afternoon at University Field.

The victory is the Bulldogs' first over the Knights since 2012, a span of 11 games. 

Game Information
Bryant 1, Fairleigh Dickinson 0
Records: Bryant (7-8, 5-3 NEC), FDU (8-5-2, 5-2 NEC)
Location: Teaneck, N.J. (University Field)

Coach Biggs' Comments

"I thought we played another well balanced game today. Despite any fatigue from playing almost 110 minutes on Thursday, our focus was very good, we communicated well and we remained connected in the attack and defense. To top it off, a big congrats to Abbey on her first collegiate goal. She started the move with a clever dribble and pass, continued her run so she could get the ball back from Catie, then, after a great first touch, calmly slotted the ball past the goal keeper.  

• Rocker's first-career goal in the 71st minute was the difference on Sunday. 

Scoring Summary

• 71st minute - Bryant 1, FDU 0 - Catherine Bean carried the ball down the left side of the field and cut the ball back, finding Rocker racing towards the box. Rocker's first touch pushed the ball between the FDU defenders and her second put the ball into the back right corner of the goal.

Notes and Notables

• Bryant's win is its first against FDU since 2012.
• Bryant has now beaten the top two teams in the NEC Preseason Coaches Poll (CCSU and FDU).
• Rocker's goal was the first of her career. 
• Bean now has five assists and 19 points on the season.
• Kathryn McNeil made three saves to earn her third-straight clean sheet and her fifth of the season. 

 Next Up

The Bulldogs head to Long Island next Sunday (Oct. 24) to take on the Sharks. The game is scheduled for 11:00 a.m.