The No. 2 Duke women's soccer team secured a commanding 6-1 victory over Rhode Island, powered by a hat trick from senior Mia Minestrella. Duke dominated the match, scoring three goals in the first half and adding three more in the second. Minestrella, who now has 36 career goals, was supported by goals from Katie Shea Collins and Sam Courtwright. The Blue Devils outshot the Rams 33-4, improving their record to 3-0-1 while Rhode Island fell to 1-2-1.

By the Numbers
  • Duke registered 33 total shots, while Rhode Island managed just 4.
  • Mia Minestrella scored 3 goals, bringing her career total to 36.
State of Play
  • The victory comes as Duke is off to a strong start with a 3-0-1 record in the season.
  • The team continues to demonstrate offensive strength, scoring 6 goals, a season high.
What's Next

Duke will face Old Dominion in a non-conference match on Thursday, August 27, aiming to maintain their momentum and extend their unbeaten streak.

Bottom Line

Duke's robust performance signals a promising season ahead, with Minestrella's exceptional talent and the team's ability to dominate play marking them as a formidable contender.