WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Loyola Chicago came up short at George Washington, 2-1, on Thursday, Oct. 22. The loss dropped the Ramblers to 6-3-7 overall and 3-1-4 in Atlantic 10 action.
"It was a disappointing result and effort today. Credit to GW for coming out and understanding the moment," said head coach Jon Sandoval. "We started off too flat this afternoon, and when you do that on the road it can be fatal. We have to pick ourselves back up and get points on Sunday."
How it Happened
George Washington started the scoring with a goal in the 29th minute 28th minute then tacked on another early in the second half.
Loyola narrowed the gap to 2-1 thanks to senior midfielder Ansley Cryan's second goal of the season in the 79th minute, assisted by senior forward Zoe Hevey.
Despite a flurry of attempts in the closing minutes, the Revolutionaries hung on for the win.
Inside the Box Score
- Hevey recorded her sixth assist of the season.
- The Ramblers outshot the Revolutionaries 27 (11)-7 (4).
- Six Ramblers had at least three shots, led by senior Maggie Schmidt and sophomore Abby Sudkamp with four apiece.
Up Next
The Ramblers head to VCU for their last regular-season road match on Sunday, Oct. 25 at 12 p.m. CT.