CALDWELL, Idaho – In a surprising result at Simplot Stadium, the No. 4-ranked The College of Idaho women's soccer team suffered a 2-0 setback to Rocky Mountain (MT), as the Battlin' Bears scored twice in a four-minute span early in the second half to hand the Yotes an upset loss Saturday afternoon.
The two teams played an even opening 45 minutes, with each side generating opportunities but unable to break through. The Yotes and Rocky Mountain each finished with 13 shots, while The College of Idaho held a 10-1 advantage in corner kicks throughout the contest.
The match turned shortly after halftime when Charlize Davis found the back of the net in the 53rd minute off an assist from Mya Maack. Just over three minutes later, Davis struck again, this time finishing a pass from Mia Daskalovska, giving the visitors a 2-0 advantage that proved to be enough.
The Yotes continued to push forward in search of an equalizer, placing seven shots on goal, but were repeatedly denied by Rocky Mountain goalkeeper Matea Vernon, who recorded all seven saves to earn the shutout victory.
Several Yotes generated quality chances throughout the afternoon.
Rylee Russell led The College of Idaho with three shots, including two on target, while
Claire Busse put both of her attempts on frame.
Abbi Roubidoux,
Alondra Osuna, and
Grace Eastman each recorded a shot on goal as the Yotes tested Vernon throughout the match.
Defensively, goalkeeper
Molly McCabe made three saves for The College of Idaho, while the back line limited Rocky Mountain to five shots on goal despite the two-goal outburst.
For the Battlin' Bears, Charlize Davis delivered the decisive performance with both goals, while Mia Daskalovska added an assist and three shots. Mya Maack contributed an assist in the victory.
The loss moves The College of Idaho to 9-3 overall and 5-2 in Cascade Collegiate Conference play, while Rocky Mountain improves to 7-0-4 overall and 5-0-2 in conference action.
The Yotes will look to bounce back on the road when they travel to face Oregon Tech on Oct. 16 at 12 p.m. MT.
