UTICA, NY – The Utica College women's soccer team lost its home opener 1-0 against visiting Brockport on Tuesday afternoon at Charles A. Gaetano Stadium. The Pioneers return to action on Friday when they travel to the SUNY Poly Tournament to take on Hilbert College at 7 p.m.

After a scoreless first half of play, the visiting Golden Eagles (1-0) netted the lone goal of the contest just 44 seconds into the second half. Christina Leonardo sent a long shot in that was initially saved by UC goalie Jamie Enders (Cazenovia, NY/Cazenovia).  Chelsea Stahl came charging towards the net and knocked home the rebound to account for what proved to be the game-winner.

Utica was outshot 11-4 on the afternoon. Freshman Abby Reilly (Brookfield, NY/Brookfield) provided Utica with two breakaway chances – one in each half – but the Brockport defense stood strong to keep the Pioneers off the board.

Enders finished the day with ten saves.  Brockport earned a 7-2 advantage in corner kicks on the afternoon.