Griffin scores in 59th minute as Bryant blanks URI, 1-0, in opener

KINGSTON, R.I. - Makayla Griffin 's goal in the 59th minute lifted the Bryant University women's soccer team to a 1-0 victory over Rhode Island on Thursday night in Kingston.

Griffin's goal gave Bryant it's third-straight win over URI and its second consecutive season-opening victory. 

Game Information
Bryant 1, URI 0
Records: Bryant (1-0), URI (0-1)
Location: Kingston, R.I. (URI Soccer Complex)

Coach's Comments on the win...
"I'm proud of our team for the effort they showed in a hard-fought win on the road. We played some very good soccer in moments and battled all the way to the end to keep the shutout."

Key Moment

• The Bulldogs scored in the first 15 minutes of the second half.

Scoring Summary

• 59th minute - Bryant 1, URI 0 - Makayla Griffin finished a loose ball inside the box to put Bryant ahead.

Notes and Notables

• Bryant has now won each of the last three meetings against URI. 
• Griffin's goal was her first of the season and the third of her Bryant career.
• Samantha Breton, Kelsie Wandyes, Emily Supple and Colleen Ardolino made their first career start in the Black and Gold.
• Kathryn McNeil and Selena Negron split time in goal with McNeil recording two saves and Negron three.
• Negron picked up her first collegiate victory.
• Six freshmen made their first appearance for the Bulldogs.

Next Up

Bryant travels to Stony Brook on Sunday (Aug. 20) for a non-conference matchup. First touch is set for 1:00 p.m.