RINDGE, N.H. – The Franklin Pierce University women's soccer team extended its winning streak to six games on Saturday afternoon, defeating Southern Connecticut State University 1-0 in Northeast-10 Conference action at Sodexo Field.
With the victory, the Ravens improve to 6-2-0 overall and 1-0-0 in NE10 play.
Franklin Pierce wasted little time getting on the scoreboard, as Camille Berenguer netted her fourth goal of the season just 1:36 into the contest. Inka Rajala recorded the assist, giving the Ravens an early 1-0 advantage.
The Ravens controlled the remainder of the match, outshooting Southern Connecticut 14-2 while holding a commanding 10-0 advantage in corner kicks. Franklin Pierce registered eight shots on goal, including three from Rajala.
Defensively, the Ravens held the Owls without a shot in the second half. Goalkeeper Jess LaCroix earned the shutout, playing all 90 minutes without needing to make a save.
UP NEXT: Franklin Pierce returns to NE10 action on Wednesday, September 30, traveling to Garden City, N.Y., to face Adelphi University at 4:00 p.m.
