The North Carolina stretch saw Ohio University travel to face the seventh‑ranked Wake Forest Demon Deacons, a matchup that quickly turned into a one‑sided affair.
Deborah James opened the scoring for the Bobcats with a solitary goal in the first quarter, giving Ohio an early 1‑0 lead before Wake Forest’s relentless attack began to mount.
Despite the modest start, Wake Forest’s offense surged, out‑shooting Ohio 43 to 3 over the course of the game, a disparity that underscored the Demon Deacons’ dominance.
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The third quarter proved pivotal; within minutes Wake Forest struck twice, with Sarah Mudd adding their third goal and extending the lead, while Ohio managed only four saves as their defense faltered.
Ava Moore, the senior forward, capped the onslaught in the fourth quarter by netting two goals, sealing a 6‑1 victory that left Ohio without a single shot after halftime.
Ohio’s defensive lapses, highlighted by 16 saves and a failure to mount any offensive pressure after the break, reflected a broader struggle with shooting accuracy and tactical discipline.
Looking ahead, the Bobcats return home next weekend for an alumni game before resuming Mid-American Conference play, a schedule that will test whether they can rebuild from this humbling defeat.