The New Mexico Lobos opened their season with a 3-1 defeat at the hands of the Gonzaga Bulldogs, marking the team’s first loss and the inaugural match for head coach Karley Nelson.
Key moments
Gonzaga struck first in the 49th minute when Samantha Snorksy opened the scoring, assisted by Amelia Severn. The Lobos answered back in the 59th minute through a goal from Fiona Jenkins, leveling the contest for a brief period.
The Bulldogs extended their lead when Snorksy found the net again in the 69th minute, and she capped the performance with a second goal in the 80th minute, sealing a 3-1 final score.
Looking ahead
Nelson used the game to trial a new formation, observing how the reshaped midfield and defensive lines responded under pressure. The experiment will inform preparations for the upcoming clash with Cal State Northridge Matadors scheduled for August 30th at 1:00 p.m.