Just in: Rappole Scores as Bulldogs Draw Against Boston

BOSTON, Mass. – At Nickerson Field, the Yale women’s soccer team played Boston University to a 1-1 tie. This brings Yale’s overall record to 5-4-5, while Boston’s record is now 6-5-5.

“Our team is improving, and I’m pleased with how we responded to Saturday’s performance by starting strong in the first half,” said Sarah Martinez, the Loring Family Head Coach. “Unfortunately, we’re not converting our good chances into goals consistently, allowing other teams to stay in the game and gain confidence. Nonetheless, our group put in a tremendous effort tonight. BU is a strong team that plays quickly and with intensity. Overall, I’m happy with our performance, but we need to start turning these efforts into wins.”

Scoring Summary

• 2′: Ellery Winkler moved into the attacking third and passed to Alanna Butcher on the right side of the goal. Butcher found Ellie Rappole, who finished with a one-touch shot into the net.
• 36′: Boston’s Margy Porta equalized late in the first half.

Notes

• Ellie Rappole scored her sixth goal of the season and the 13th of her career.
• Ellery Winkler and Alanna Butcher each assisted for the second time this season. It was the 10th career assist for Winkler and the seventh for Butcher.
• Marisa Shorrock made her 10th start of the season and recorded five saves.
• This match marked Yale’s third 1-1 draw of the season.