Friday, August 31, 2001

Fairleigh Dickinson University Drops Season Opener at Seton Hall, 4-0
Goalkeeper Megan McDonnell makes eight saves

SOUTH ORANGE, NEW JERSEY - Despite an outstanding campaign from several Knight defenders and just a 1-0 deficit at halftime, the Fairleigh Dickinson women's soccer team dropped their 2001 season opener at Seton Hall, 4-0.

The Knights attempted two shots at goal before Seton Hall scored on its very first attempt. Fairleigh Dickinson kept the pressure on and thwarted the Pirate offense for the remainder of the first half.

Twelve minutes into the second half, sophomore captain and starting defender Kim Scrio (East Islip, NY/Islip Terrace) blocked a shot that already had the home crowd cheering. Seton Hall scored on the consequent corner kick for a 2-0 lead at 57:39. The Pirates found the back of the net two more times before taking the win.

Megan McDonnell (Richmond Hill, NY/Cardozo) made eight saves on the day.

The team next travels to Temple on Tuesday, September 4th for a 4:00pm match. The Knights host Drexel on Wednesday, September 12th at 4:00pm for their home opener.

Shots: FDU 6, SHU 24
Corner Kicks: FDU 3, SHU 9
Saves: FDU 8, SHU 3
Fouls: FDU 3, SHU 6
Offside: FDU 0, SHU 3
Attendance: 150

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