Loyola University Maryland's women's soccer team saw three players recognized as Patriot League Players of the Week following their first two games of the season. Reagan Mallia earned the Midfielder title after scoring the game-tying goal in a hard-fought match against No. 10 Arkansas. Geneve Pouliot was named Defensive Player of the Week for her standout performance, and Hannah Goetzer received the Goalkeeper honor for her impressive saves. The Greyhounds notably achieved a historic tie against Arkansas, marking the highest-ranked result in their program history, while maintaining strong defensive strategies in both matches.

By the Numbers
  • Reagan Mallia's goal against Arkansas was an olimpico from a corner kick.
  • Hannah Goetzer recorded eight saves with a .800 save percentage over the two games.
State of Play
  • Loyola collected two ties (1-1) against No. 10 Arkansas and William and Mary.
  • The Greyhounds allowed only one open play goal across both games, showcasing strong defensive play.
What's Next

Loyola will continue their non-conference schedule on Thursday against Princeton, where they will aim to build on their recent performances and secure their first victory of the season.

Bottom Line

The recognition of Mallia, Pouliot, and Goetzer highlights Loyola's strong start to the season and underlines the team's potential as they face tougher competition ahead. Their performance sets a promising tone for upcoming matches.