The Oakland Golden Grizzlies will host their home opener against Bowling Green on August 20 after starting their season with mixed results: a 3-0 victory over Mercyhurst and a 3-0 defeat to Akron. Players Ava Ruffino and Bailey Giddings each scored in the win against Mercyhurst, while Lily Boebel leads the team with five shots this season. The Grizzlies are looking to snap a five-game winless streak against BGSU, with their last victory dating back to 2016. The Falcons, who beat Robert Morris 2-0 in their opener, aim to continue their strong defense, led by goalkeeper Payton O'Malley, who recorded eight shutouts last season.

By the Numbers
  • 3-0 win over Mercyhurst and a 0-3 loss to Akron for Oakland.
  • 2 goals scored by Bailey Giddings and Ava Ruffino combined.
  • 15 shots taken by Bowling Green against Robert Morris.
State of Play
  • Oakland has struggled against BGSU, last winning in 2016.
  • Bowling Green ranked third in the MAC for goals scored last season.
  • The matchup is a continuation of the Golden Grizzlies' series against the Falcons, now in its ninth meeting.
What's Next

Following the home opener, the Golden Grizzlies will look to build momentum as they face a challenging schedule ahead, focusing on improving their goal-scoring performance against tough opponents.

Bottom Line

The outcome of the match against Bowling Green will be crucial for Oakland to regain confidence and establish a stronger presence in the Horizon League, as they seek to end their winless streak against a formidable opponent.