ELMHURST, Ill. - The Elmhurst University women's soccer team fell 2-1 to Illinois Wesleyan University on Wednesday, Oct. 7, at Langhorst Field.
The Bluejays (7-4, 1-2 CCIW) trailed 1-0 at halftime before the Titans extended their lead at 61:07. Elmhurst responded at 71:12 as Lauren Nevins scored her seventh goal of the season to put the Bluejays on the board.
Elmhurst continued to push in the back half, with Laura Garcia and Izzy Vargas putting late shots on goal, but was unable to match Illinois Wesleyan (6-0-5, 2-0-1) in the net. The Bluejays generated nine shots in the second half while limiting the Titans.
Elmhurst finished with an 11-5 advantage in shots and a 4-2 edge in corner kicks. Nevins led the Bluejays with two shots, both on goal, while Erin Fitzharris recorded one save.
Up Next: The Bluejays travel to Decatur, Ill. Saturday Oct. 10 facing off against Millikin University. With kick off set for 2 p.m.
