The Loyola University Maryland women's soccer team secured a historic 1-1 draw against the 10th ranked Arkansas Razorbacks. After Arkansas's Zoe Susi scored from a penalty in the 27th minute, Reagan Mallia equalized for Loyola with a remarkable goal in the 55th minute off a corner kick. Despite being heavily outshot, Loyola's defensive strength and standout performance by goalkeeper Hannah Goetzer allowed them to maintain the tie. The result marks the Greyhounds' best outcome against a ranked opponent in program history. Loyola remains unbeaten this season, now at 0-0-2, while Arkansas is 0-1-1.

By the Numbers
  • Loyola was outshot 16-3 by Arkansas.
  • Hannah Goetzer made five crucial saves, including three in the last 15 minutes of the match.
State of Play
  • Loyola's performance shows resilience against a higher-ranked team.
  • The Greyhounds earned their first goal of the season from Mallia, boosting team morale.
What's Next

Loyola will face Princeton in their next match, aiming to build on their unbeaten start and challenge another formidable opponent.

Bottom Line

The match underscores Loyola's defensive capabilities and determination, marking a significant achievement for the program against ranked teams. Their resilience sets a positive tone for the remainder of the season.