A Preview of the Mountaineers' Season Opener
The Mount St. Mary's women's soccer squad will meet George Mason on August 23 at 6 p.m. in Fairfax, Virginia, marking the fourth game of the young season and the first meeting between the programs since 2010.
Mount St. Mary's entered the contest after an 8‑1 defeat to Bucknell, a loss that still featured a bright spot as senior forward Cassidy Nichols opened her account with a goal. Nichols now shares the team lead in scoring with sophomore Fineen Cregan, who has also found the net twice this campaign.
George Mason's Early‑Season Momentum
George Mason arrives with a 2‑1 record, having posted wins over VMI and Penn while dropping a narrow 2‑1 decision to James Madison. The Patriots' offense has been powered by Keira Jeffries and Molly Starner, each contributing two goals, while goalkeeper Libby Davy has already made seven saves.
The team's recent form suggests a balanced attack, with Jeffries and Starner combining for six goals and Davy providing a steady presence between the posts.
Historical Context and Upcoming Schedule
Historically, Mason holds the edge, having posted a 6‑0 victory in 2009 and a 1‑1 draw in 2010. The Mountaineers will look to reverse that trend when they travel to Waldron Family Stadium to face Richmond on August 30, a game that could shape their early‑season momentum.