Keuka College seniors scored their first career goals Saturday as the Wolves earned their first win of the season, defeating SUNY Poly 3-1 in Empire 8 women’s soccer action.
Delaney Szostak (Marion, N.Y.), Peyton Steates (Whitesboro, N.Y.), and Karlee Reed (Victor, N.Y.) each found the back of the net for Keuka (1-7-3, 1-4-1 Empire 8). Senior goalkeeper Elianna Wilder (Victor, N.Y.) made four saves to secure the victory.
After a scoreless first half in which SUNY Poly had several early chances, including a shot off the post, Keuka broke through in the 53rd minute with Szostak’s goal. Steates added another shortly after, and Reed made it 3-0 in the 68th minute. SUNY Poly converted a late penalty kick with just under three minutes to play, but the Wolves held on for the win.
Game notes:
- The victory extends Keuka’s unbeaten streak against SUNY Poly to five games; the Wolves now lead the all-time series 12-4-3.
- Keuka doubled its season goal total, having entered the match with just three goals on the year.
- Rilee Nunan (Buffalo, N.Y.) led Keuka with six shots.
- The win marks the first career victory for Head Coach Quintin Rogers.
Up next:
Keuka College continues its road swing Wednesday with a 7 p.m. match at Elmira College.
