2008 Woodie Awards
BC loss but Big East win for Friars
Erin Redihan '08
Issue date: 10/5/06 Section: Sports
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On Sunday, Providence had the chance to improve to 2-0 in the league when it hosted Rutgers University (4-9). The Friars' 2-1 victory matched their second Big East win-the most the team has had since 2000, when it posted a 2-3 conference record.
A fast start was the key to PC's victory on Sunday. The offense started strong when senior Jessica Weinstein scored her third goal of the season in the first minute. Senior Lauren Sickel assisted the play.
"She's really stepped in when needed at critical times," said Head Coach Diane Madl of Weinstein. "We've been very pleased with her."
The Scarlet Knights evened the score later in the half when Sarah Dunn's shot escaped Providence freshman goaltender Rachel Chamberlain. But the Providence seniors helped keep their Big East record perfect when senior Melissa McGow scored with 53 seconds to play in the first half. McGow continues to hold the team lead in goals with eight.
"It was a critical game because they're in the Big East," said Madl. "But we were able to do what we needed. It wasn't one of our most pretty games, but we were effective."
The second half was relatively quiet compared to the first. The Friars outshot the Scarlet Knights 4-1 after halftime and 18-3 for the game.
"They came back and made the game a battle," said Sickel. "We had to fight the whole second half."
Chamberlain made one save while allowing only one goal, adding onto to her outstanding rookie season.
"When we scored quickly, it got us really excited and we went from there," said senior Emily Ewens. "We definitely had our shining moments."