Susannah Brown Leads JWU to 3-0 Win Over WestConn

Susannah Brown Leads JWU to 3-0 Win Over WestConn

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JWU Field Hockey Shuts Out WestConn

Junior Susannah Brown’s two goals and an assist led the JWU (Providence) field hockey team to a 3-0 shutout of WestConn on Wednesday, with the Wildcats picking up their 10th win of the season. The Wildcats outshot their opponents 37-0 and earned 16 penalty corners, with Brown scoring the game’s only goal 1:13 into the second half, according to providence.jwuathletics.com.

A Dominant Display on the Pitch

The victory marked JWU’s 10th win of the season, with first-year player Kate Verderber adding her third goal of the year to seal the shutout. Senior goalkeeper Sophia Brea recorded her 10th win without a single save. Brown, who now has six goals on the season, converted a penalty corner at 37:26 to extend the lead, assisted by junior Ava Gaudette and senior Emily Downing. Verderber’s goal at 44:09 capped the scoring, with Downing and senior Ava Pontes each taking eight shots.

Historical Context and Regional Rivalries

The 37-0 shot advantage against WestConn occurred in non-conference action at the Scotts Miracle-Gro Athletic Complex. The win also positions JWU for the Conference of New England (CNE). Their upcoming CNE Quarterfinal against the University of New England on October 31 will test their ability to maintain this form.

The Human and Economic Stakes

The game took place at the Scotts Miracle-Gro Athletic Complex.

The Devil’s Advocate: Challenges Ahead

The team's reliance on key players—Brown, Verderber, and Brea—was highlighted in their recent game.

What’s Next for the Wildcats?

The team’s next game, at UNE on October 31 at 12 p.m., will be a CNE Quarterfinal.

Their 10th win and 37-0 shot advantage against WestConn were recorded in their recent game.

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