Hackettstown, N.J. – (10/28/2026) – Gwynedd Mercy University (6-12, 4-3 AEC) wrapped up their 2026 season with a trip to Atlantic East Conference (AEC) foe Centenary University (N.J.) (2-13, 1-6 AEC). The team delivered an impressive offensive performance, using two goals from sophomore defender
Addyson Sparks (Philadelphia, Pa.) and a second-half game-winner to secure a 3-2 AEC victory over the Cyclones. Junior midfielder
Casey Thomas (Philadelphia, Pa.) added a first-half goal, while senior defender
Jessica Parker (Philadelphia, Pa.) contributed two assists and junior midfielder
Samantha Winco (Chalfont, Pa.) recorded an assist on the game-winning tally. The Griffins dominated the offensive opportunities throughout the contest, outshooting the Cyclones 26-8 while holding a 3-0 advantage in corner kicks.
Griffin Highlights:
- Just 1:07 into the contest, Parker connected with Sparks, who found the back of the net to give the Griffins an immediate 1-0 advantage. The early goal provided Gwynedd Mercy with momentum as the Griffins continued applying pressure on the Centenary defense.
- Gwynedd Mercy nearly doubled its advantage at 9:02, when Winco connected on an attempt that struck the left post. Senior defender Elena DiPrinzio (Warrington, Pa.) followed with another opportunity at 10:50, putting a shot on goal and forcing the Cyclones into her third save of the opening half.
- At 29:45, Parker connected with Thomas, who finished the opportunity to restore the Griffins' advantage at 2-1. The goal marked Parker's second assist of the afternoon and highlighted the Griffins' ability to respond after surrendering the equalizer.
- Gwynedd Mercy's took a late lead and netted the eventual winning goal when Winco connected with Sparks, who finished the opportunity to give the Griffins a 3-2 advantage.
- Sophomore goalkeeper Zoe Davis (Riverside, N.J.) (6-12) played all 90 minutes in goal and recorded five saves to secure the victory. The Griffin defense was particularly effective after halftime, limiting Centenary to just two shots over the final 45 minutes while keeping the Cyclones scoreless throughout the second half.
Gwynedd Mercy will host Centenary University (N.J.) on Wednesday, October 31, for the first round of the AEC Tournament with a to-be-determined schedule time.
