Herkimer Women's Soccer Goes 2-0 on the Weekend

The Herkimer Women's Soccer Team had an outstanding weekend with back-to-back victories.

Saturday, September 28, 2024: Herkimer College 5, SUNY Broome 2

Herkimer College began their weekend campaign with a convincing 5-2 victory over SUNY Broome. Mia Lazzara opened the scoring for the Generals in the 15th minute, assisted by Yetnelyz Lugo-Mateo. SUNY Broome quickly responded with a goal from Kara Sullivan in the 25th minute to tie the game. However, Lugo-Mateo found the back of the net 10 minutes later, reclaiming the lead for Herkimer.

In the second half, the Generals came out strong. Sarah Davis, assisted by Sydney Schell, extended the lead in the 61st minute, and despite a quick answer from SUNY Broome's Zephora Brouillette just seconds later, Herkimer maintained their composure. Schell then added another goal, followed by Lugo-Mateo's second of the day in the 77th minute, sealing the game at 5-2.

Lugo-Mateo stood out with two goals and two assists, while Mia Lazzara contributed a goal and an assist. Cassidy Will and Abby Vadney shared time in goal, combining for three saves.

Sunday, September 29, 2024: Herkimer College 8, Jamestown Community College 0 (Sophomore Day)

On Sophomore Day, the Generals delivered a dominant 8-0 performance against Jamestown Community College, celebrating their sophomores in style. Lugo-Mateo continued her strong form, netting the first goal just 7 minutes into the match, assisted by Kimora Brown. Brown herself followed up with an unassisted goal at the 38th minute. Mia Lazzara capped off the first half with another goal, assisted by Brown, giving Herkimer a comfortable 3-0 lead at halftime.

The Generals didn't ease up in the second half. An own goal by Jamestown in the 52nd minute added to the tally, followed by Lazzara's second of the game just two minutes later, assisted by Sydney Schell. Lugo-Mateo completed her brace in the 54th minute, assisted by Siera Jacques, and added a third goal in the 72nd minute from Ava Williams' assist. Lazzara closed out the scoring with her hat trick in the 81st minute, unassisted.

Herkimer's midfield and defense was strong, with goalkeepers Kerisa Van Olst and Abby Vadney not facing a single shot on goal. The team's coordination, both in defense and attack, was on full display, and the 8-0 victory was a fitting tribute to the sophomores who have contributed to the team's success.