SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif.—Pacific women's soccer (6-3-1) came up short on the road as it fell to Cal Poly (3-3-2), 3-1, on Sunday.
"Tough result today, but credit to Cal Poly for getting off to a good start," said co-head coach
Danesha Adams. "Once we settled into the game, we were down but the ladies battled in the second half and left it all out there."
The Mustangs, who outshot the Tigers at a 20-9 margin, jumped out to a 2-0 lead in the first half. Pacific was held to just three shots while Cal Poly took 13 during the first 45 minutes.
The Mustangs extended its lead in the 62nd minute on a goal from Annika Smith.
The Tigers got on the board in the 73rd minute as fifth year senior
Lauren Frohan scored off the assists from sophomore
Anaya Shelton and fifth year senior
Jaida Nyby. But it was not enough to make the comeback.
Pacific had the 9-3 advantage in corner kicks and freshman goalkeeper
Libby Davy finished with four saves.
Up next, the Tigers concludes non-conference play at Santa Clara. Kickoff is set for 1 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 24.
"We are looking forward to this week as we prepare for Santa Clara," said co-head coach
J.J. Wozniak. "Hopefully a chance to get some players back healthy."