Box Score ELMHURST, Ill. -
Kelly Fredericksen's 81st minute goal proved to be the difference as the Bluejays scored their first win of the young season, a 1-0 victory over Bethel University (Minn.).
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Both teams had many chances throughout the first 80 minutes of play.
Melinda Vickers recorded her first career shutout by stopping all seven shots she faced. Elmhurst outshot Bethel 16-13 in the contest.
Elmhurst improves to 1-1 with the win, while Bethel drops to 0-1-1.
Elmhurst will finish their season-opening homestand Friday, September 5 when they host Hope College at 5:00 p.m.