Georgetown University’s women’s soccer squad endured a 2-1 defeat to Virginia Tech on Sunday afternoon, slipping to 1-2-1 on the season while the Hokies moved to 4-0-2. The loss underscored the team’s early-season struggles, despite a spirited effort that kept the contest competitive until the final whistle.
Key moments
Virginia Tech struck first in the 21st minute, capitalizing on a defensive lapse to take a 1-0 lead. Georgetown’s goalkeeper, Reiley Fitzpatrick, kept the Hoyas in the game with a season‑high five saves, but the Hokies doubled their advantage in the 54th minute.
Coach Dave Nolan later described the performance as disappointing, emphasizing that the team never found its rhythm and failed to respond after falling behind. The match featured a quality chance for Georgetown in the 34th minute that ultimately went unused.
The Hoyas’ comeback attempt ignited in the 70th minute when forward Maddy Nylen scored her first career goal, cutting the deficit in half and sparking a surge of optimism among the supporters.
Looking ahead, Georgetown is set to host James Madison on Thursday, September 3, at 7 p.m. in Harrisonburg, Va., while Virginia Tech will continue its road schedule after the victory.