SEAFORD, N.Y. — The Sarah Lawrence College women's soccer team posted a 3-0 Skyline Conference victory over Old Westbury on Tuesday, September 29, at Panther Park.
With the win, the Gryphons improve to 3-1-4 overall and 2-0-1 in Skyline Conference play, while the Panthers fall to 1-2-2 overall and 0-2-1 in conference action.
Sarah Lawrence controlled play throughout the contest, outshooting Old Westbury, 19-2, while holding a 4-0 advantage in corner kicks. The Panthers were held without a shot in the second half.
After a scoreless opening 45 minutes, the Gryphons broke through in the 49th minute. Senior Chloe Barker scored her fourth goal of the season off an assist from senior Katey Beaver, giving Sarah Lawrence a 1-0 advantage. The assist marked Beaver's third of the season.
The Gryphons added two insurance goals in the final seven minutes. Freshman Camila Vasquez found the back of the net in the 84th minute for the first goal of her collegiate career. Sophomore Whitney Erickson followed three minutes later, scoring her second goal of the season in the 87th minute to cap the scoring at 3-0.
Sarah Lawrence's defense limited Old Westbury to just two shots on the evening. Senior Arwen Browne recorded the Gryphons' lone save while playing the first half, with junior Bella Vaca taking over in goal for the final 45 minutes. Old Westbury goalkeeper Kirsten Gallagher made seven saves.
Barker led the Gryphons with the game-winning goal, while Beaver contributed a goal and assist. Vasquez and Erickson each added a goal in the victory.
Sarah Lawrence returns to action Thursday, October 1, traveling to Purchase College for a 7:30 p.m. Skyline Conference matchup. Despite being played at Purchase, the Gryphons will serve as the designated home team.
