Immaculata, Pa. - (9/28/2024) - Gwynedd Mercy University (3-4-2) traveled to Immaculata University (5-5-1) for their first Atlantic East Conference (AEC) matchup of the 2024 season. In last year's contest, the Griffins played host to the Mighty Macs and walked away with a 1-0 victory thanks to a loan goal from senior forward captain Bethany Beinlich (Forksville, Pa.) Unfortunately, history would not repeat itself for the Red and Gold as Immaculata captured a 3-0 victory. Junior goalkeeper Natalie Gablein (Philadelphia, Pa.) finished with a season-high 12 saves in the loss. (1-3-2)
Griffin Highlights:
- The Griffins were shotless until seven minutes into the second half (52:10) when junior midfielder Natalie Morris (Boyertown, Pa.) missed wide left of the net. Gwynedd Mercy was outshot 31-5 in the contest.
- Freshman defenseman Casey Thomas (Philadelphia, Pa.) finished with a team-high two shots on goal in the match.
- The Griffins did not register a corner opportunity, while the Mighty Macs recorded eight.
Gwynedd Mercy University returns to the Athletic Complex on Monday, October 7 as the Griffins welcome Penn State Schuylkill for a 7:00 p.m. kickoff.