Colorado College opened its season with a narrow 1‑0 victory over Drake University on Sunday, a result that underscored the Tigers’ early chemistry and defensive discipline. Ella Ashouri’s second‑half penalty kick proved decisive, while Regan Wallace made two crucial saves, including a stop on Alexa Aylward’s shot at the 26‑minute mark.
A Tactical Turnaround
Coach Keri Sanchez, who had guided the squad through a two‑hour and 15‑minute lightning delay, later highlighted the team’s tactical adjustments. ‘We made a few tweaks at halftime and the girls responded with composure,’ she said, noting that the midfield began to dominate possession after the interruption. Dayleigh Bos led the team in shots on goal, with both attempts on target, and the improved midfield control gave the Tigers a clearer rhythm.
The win also marked the Tigers’ second consecutive victory and their first 2‑0 start since the 2020 season, a milestone that has reignited optimism among fans and alumni alike. Contributions from Kate Hopma, Nadia Cassamajor, Paige Millstone, Alma Beaton, Zoey Mahoney, Natalie Mayo, Finley Schoenbeck and others helped cement the team’s depth.
Looking ahead, Colorado College will travel to San Antonio, Texas, to face UTSA on August 20 at 5:35 p.m. MT. The road test against the Roadrunners will be the Tigers’ first away game of the season, and Coach Sanchez is already focused on maintaining the momentum built at home.
Key players such as Regan Wallace, Ella Ashouri, and the aforementioned contributors will look to carry their early‑season form into the matchup, while the defensive solidity shown by Wallace and the attacking thrust from Ashouri remain central to the Tigers’ strategy.