Box Score How it Happened:
Maine was able to hold off Rhode Island 2-1 in Sunday afternoons matchup at the URI Soccer Complex. Maine jumped out to a quick lead in the fifth minute when Camille Varin-Tramblay scored off of Charlene Achille's pass in front of the net. In the 87th minute Maine added to the lead when Eve L'Abbe took a deep shot that hit the upper left corner to go up 2-0. The Rams never quit and scored in the 90th minuet on senior Ashley Evangelista's (Methuen, Mass.) goal following a free kick. Rhode Island's record moves to 6-3-1 while Maine improves to 4-3-1.
Inside the Box Score:
- Total shots for each team were close with Rhode Island edging Maine six to five.
- Rhody tallied four shots on goal while Maine registered three shots on goal.
- The Rams had a slim advantage in corners, taking two to the Black Bears one.
- Maine had 14 fouls to Rhode Island's 11.
- One yellow card was handed out to Maine.
Additional Notes:
- With the loss Rhode Island's all-time record against Maine shifts to 6-7-5.
- The Rams are 6-2 this season when playing at home.
- Ashley Evangelista leads the team with five goals and 12 points (5G/2A).
What's Next:
The Rams return to action Friday to face the UAlbany Great Danes (3-4-1). Kick-off is 7 p.m. at the URI Soccer Complex.
