The University at Albany women's soccer team opened its season on a challenging note, falling 5-1 to Boston University in their first matchup.
Boston University struck first in the 32nd minute, with a swift early goal that set the tone for the contest.
Kiara Levac contributed the Great Danes' opening tally, firing the team's first goal of the season after a series of early chances.
Flo Bartholomai and Sara Tyler logged the full 90 minutes for Albany, battling through a dense midfield as the Terriers built a 3-0 lead by the 37th minute, highlighted by Juliana Osterman's strike.
Georgia Prouty halved the deficit in the 39th minute, but the momentum remained with Boston University, which extended its lead before the break.
The second half saw Jaiden Schultz find her rhythm, scoring twice including her inaugural goal at the 49th minute to bring the score to 4-1.
Goaltending duties were shared, with Anna Nassivera seeing action for 24 minutes and 44 seconds before Claudia Volino took over for the remaining 65 minutes and 15 seconds.
A late surge culminated in a final strike from Boston University's Great Dane, sealing the 5-1 outcome.
Looking Ahead
Albany will next host Siena on August 20 at Hickey Field in Loudonville, N.Y., hoping to rebound from the opening loss.