Colorado College Women’s Soccer Triumphs Over Nevada
On Thursday evening, the Colorado College (CC) women’s soccer team secured a thrilling 2-1 victory against the University of Nevada at Stewart Field. This match marked a pivotal moment for CC, as it ended a two-game losing streak and delivered their first Mountain West win of the season.
Key Goals
The game’s momentum shifted dramatically in the final minutes when junior Kendall Memoly scored the decisive goal in the 86th minute. Memoly, who has now taken the lead in the team’s scoring with five goals this season, received a perfectly timed assist from freshman Sophia Mayne. In a one-on-one situation with the goalkeeper, Memoly successfully found the left corner of the net.
First Half Highlights
CC began the match with high energy, aiming for an early lead. In the 10th minute, senior Makenna Kolson capitalized on a corner kick delivered by sophomore Finley Schoenbeck, heading the ball into the net for a 1-0 advantage. This marked Kolson’s second goal in her collegiate career.
Statistics and Performance
Throughout the match, CC dominated offensively, posting a season-high 21 shots while limiting Nevada to just eight— the second-lowest total against them this season. Notably, junior Tyler Rose and sophomores Nadia Cassamajor and Dayleigh Bos each registered four shots, with both Rose and Memoly’s attempts targeting the net.
Second Half Developments
Despite CC holding a 1-0 lead at halftime, the second half introduced challenges. Nevada equalized in the 77th minute when Olivia Loomis netted her second goal of the season. However, CC remained resilient, maintaining pressure on the Wolf Pack’s defense. Over the last 13 minutes, Nevada failed to register another shot, while CC’s offense continued to generate opportunities, culminating in Memoly’s game-winning goal.
Coach’s Reflections
Head coach Keri Sanchez expressed satisfaction with the team’s efforts, noting, “I think we started off really well in the first half and were happy to get that early goal. We were pushing really hard for that second goal and wish it would have come a little bit earlier.” Sanchez praised the team’s perseverance, particularly after Nevada’s equalizer.
Upcoming Matches
Looking ahead, the Tigers will face UNLV on October 19th at noon, which coincides with Senior Day. This matchup serves as the last home game of the 2025 season for Colorado College.
