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Photo by: Greg Mintel
Wolfpack Falls 1-0 to Louisville on Senior Day
10/25/2015 3:50:00 PM | Women's Soccer
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RALEIGH – The NC State women's soccer team dropped a close 1-0 decision to Louisville on Sunday afternoon at Dail Soccer Field. Prior to the match, NC State recognized the careers of the seven graduating student-athletes on its roster.
"I thought our group was solid," NC State head coach Tim Santoro said. "I told them that the process of the game was good even though the result was bad. I thought that everyone who stepped onto the field for us today was pretty solid. We were just hoping for a little extra from someone around the goal and didn't get it."
NC State (4-13-0, 0-8-0 Atlantic Coast Conference) recorded a 7-6 advantage in shots in the first half, but it was Louisville (8-7-2, 4-4-1) who found the back of the net in the opening 45 minutes when Jill Vetere smashed a rocket of a shot from 30 yards away into the top corner.
Freshman goalkeeper Sydney Wootten had a strong outing in goal, making five saves. Her Louisville counterpart Taylor Bucklin was tested four times throughout the 90 minutes and was able to prevent the Wolfpack from finding the scoresheet.
Five wolves attempted shots in the match, with sophomore Cailyn Boch leading the way with four. Senior Caroline Gentry was not far behind with three, while teammates Hannah Keogh, Jackie Stengel, and Taylor Porter each registered scoring attempts.
"It was an even match," Santoro added. "It was disappointing that we didn't do a little more offensively, but this team is just a little short in knowing how to find ways to get on top in these kind of games.
"The shots were pretty even; the possession was pretty even; I even thought in the first half we were a bit better. We talk all the time about playing a full 90 minutes but it's still a tough thing for us to find right now."
NC State will return to action on Wednesday, Oct. 28 at home against current No. 2 Virginia. The match will kick off at Dail Soccer Field beginning at 5 p.m. and will be broadcast live on ESPN3. Wednesday's match was originally scheduled to be played in Raleigh on Oct. 2, but was postponed due to heavy sustained rain in the area.
NC State Women's Soccer Players Honored at Senior Day
Alyson Brown
A mainstay on NC State's defense for the last two seasons, Alyson Brown has played 39 matches for the Red and White. After playing just three matches during the 2013 season, Alyson has not missed a game, appearing in 36 straight contests over the course of the last two seasons. Alyson has only needed three years to graduate with a career GPA of 3.82, four Dean's List honors, and a degree in Business Management. She is planning to pursue law school next year.
Shannon Cleaver
Admirably battling through injuries for her entire career, Shannon Cleaver refused to give up and took the field in an official match for the first time in the 2015 season opener at San Diego. Shannon has played in 10 matches this season and has served as a positive senior leader for the team. She will graduate in 2016 with a career GPA of 3.08 and a degree in Nutrition Science.
Caroline Gentry
A two-time All-ACC Academic Team selection, Caroline Gentry has played in 72 matches for the Wolfpack and has scored six goals while adding seven assists. The Raleigh native has been incredibly consistent, only missing two matches throughout her entire career. She has been a member of the Student Athlete Advisory Committee for three years and has earned a career GPA of 3.89 in Nutrition Sciences. Gentry has made the Dean's List six times and will graduate in the spring of 2016 with aspirations to go into nursing.
Jenna Kalwa
Since transferring from Penn State before the 2014 season, Jenna Kalwa has played in 36 straight matches for the Wolfpack, scoring one goal and adding three assists. A captain for the 2015 Wolfpack, Jenna has been a role model for her teammates both on and off the field. Jenna will graduate in the spring of 2016 with a career GPA of 3.20, two Dean's List honors, and a degree in Social Work.
Michelle Oestreich
Raleigh native Michelle Oestreich has played in 47 matches for the Red and White, including all 19 of her sophomore season. From a defensive position, Michelle has dished out three assists and recorded 11 shots throughout her career. Michelle will graduate in the spring of 2016 with a degree in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology with a minor in Forensic Science and one Dean's List honor.
Brittany Stanko
Having played in 64 career matches for the Wolfpack, Brittany Stanko is the current career scoring leader with 12 goals and four assists. The Glenmoore, Pa., native scored five goals in each of her first two seasons, including the match winner over No. 23 Wake Forest during the 2013 season. Brittany will graduate in the summer of 2016 with a degree in Sport Management and one Dean's List honor.
Dayna Tomayko
After having her first two seasons cut short due to injury, Dayna Tomayko has rebounded to become a major contributor for the Wolfpack. The Stafford, Va., native has scored three goals over the last two seasons while playing primarily in a defensive role. She has appeared in 46 matches for the Red and White throughout her impressive career and will graduate in the summer of 2016 with a degree in Sport Management.
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RALEIGH – The NC State women's soccer team dropped a close 1-0 decision to Louisville on Sunday afternoon at Dail Soccer Field. Prior to the match, NC State recognized the careers of the seven graduating student-athletes on its roster.
"I thought our group was solid," NC State head coach Tim Santoro said. "I told them that the process of the game was good even though the result was bad. I thought that everyone who stepped onto the field for us today was pretty solid. We were just hoping for a little extra from someone around the goal and didn't get it."
NC State (4-13-0, 0-8-0 Atlantic Coast Conference) recorded a 7-6 advantage in shots in the first half, but it was Louisville (8-7-2, 4-4-1) who found the back of the net in the opening 45 minutes when Jill Vetere smashed a rocket of a shot from 30 yards away into the top corner.
Freshman goalkeeper Sydney Wootten had a strong outing in goal, making five saves. Her Louisville counterpart Taylor Bucklin was tested four times throughout the 90 minutes and was able to prevent the Wolfpack from finding the scoresheet.
Five wolves attempted shots in the match, with sophomore Cailyn Boch leading the way with four. Senior Caroline Gentry was not far behind with three, while teammates Hannah Keogh, Jackie Stengel, and Taylor Porter each registered scoring attempts.
"It was an even match," Santoro added. "It was disappointing that we didn't do a little more offensively, but this team is just a little short in knowing how to find ways to get on top in these kind of games.
"The shots were pretty even; the possession was pretty even; I even thought in the first half we were a bit better. We talk all the time about playing a full 90 minutes but it's still a tough thing for us to find right now."
NC State will return to action on Wednesday, Oct. 28 at home against current No. 2 Virginia. The match will kick off at Dail Soccer Field beginning at 5 p.m. and will be broadcast live on ESPN3. Wednesday's match was originally scheduled to be played in Raleigh on Oct. 2, but was postponed due to heavy sustained rain in the area.
NC State Women's Soccer Players Honored at Senior Day
Alyson Brown
A mainstay on NC State's defense for the last two seasons, Alyson Brown has played 39 matches for the Red and White. After playing just three matches during the 2013 season, Alyson has not missed a game, appearing in 36 straight contests over the course of the last two seasons. Alyson has only needed three years to graduate with a career GPA of 3.82, four Dean's List honors, and a degree in Business Management. She is planning to pursue law school next year.
Shannon Cleaver
Admirably battling through injuries for her entire career, Shannon Cleaver refused to give up and took the field in an official match for the first time in the 2015 season opener at San Diego. Shannon has played in 10 matches this season and has served as a positive senior leader for the team. She will graduate in 2016 with a career GPA of 3.08 and a degree in Nutrition Science.
Caroline Gentry
A two-time All-ACC Academic Team selection, Caroline Gentry has played in 72 matches for the Wolfpack and has scored six goals while adding seven assists. The Raleigh native has been incredibly consistent, only missing two matches throughout her entire career. She has been a member of the Student Athlete Advisory Committee for three years and has earned a career GPA of 3.89 in Nutrition Sciences. Gentry has made the Dean's List six times and will graduate in the spring of 2016 with aspirations to go into nursing.
Jenna Kalwa
Since transferring from Penn State before the 2014 season, Jenna Kalwa has played in 36 straight matches for the Wolfpack, scoring one goal and adding three assists. A captain for the 2015 Wolfpack, Jenna has been a role model for her teammates both on and off the field. Jenna will graduate in the spring of 2016 with a career GPA of 3.20, two Dean's List honors, and a degree in Social Work.
Michelle Oestreich
Raleigh native Michelle Oestreich has played in 47 matches for the Red and White, including all 19 of her sophomore season. From a defensive position, Michelle has dished out three assists and recorded 11 shots throughout her career. Michelle will graduate in the spring of 2016 with a degree in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology with a minor in Forensic Science and one Dean's List honor.
Brittany Stanko
Having played in 64 career matches for the Wolfpack, Brittany Stanko is the current career scoring leader with 12 goals and four assists. The Glenmoore, Pa., native scored five goals in each of her first two seasons, including the match winner over No. 23 Wake Forest during the 2013 season. Brittany will graduate in the summer of 2016 with a degree in Sport Management and one Dean's List honor.
Dayna Tomayko
After having her first two seasons cut short due to injury, Dayna Tomayko has rebounded to become a major contributor for the Wolfpack. The Stafford, Va., native has scored three goals over the last two seasons while playing primarily in a defensive role. She has appeared in 46 matches for the Red and White throughout her impressive career and will graduate in the summer of 2016 with a degree in Sport Management.
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Team Stats
LOU
ST
Goals
1
0
Shots
12
10
Shots on Goal
6
4
Saves
4
5
Corners
4
2
Fouls
13
7
Scoring Plays
Jill Vetere (2)
Assisted By: Rachel Avant
Rocket shot from 30 yards. Top corner.
26:26
Game Leaders
Shots
4
SOG
1
Goals
0
Assists
0
Shots
3
SOG
1
Goals
0
Assists
0
Shots
1
SOG
1
Goals
0
Assists
0
Shots
1
SOG
1
Goals
0
Assists
0
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