RIO GRANDE, Ohio - The Salem University women's soccer team fell to the University of Rio Grande, 3-0, on Saturday afternoon in Rio Grande, Ohio.
The Tigers were tested defensively throughout the match as Rio Grande continued to put pressure on the Salem back line. Janiya Brooks-Crews put together a strong performance in goal, finishing the contest with 15 saves over the full 90 minutes.
Rio Grande recorded 22 shots in the opening half, but Brooks-Crews helped keep the Tigers in the match with seven first-half saves. She followed with eight more saves in the second half.
Salem created both of its offensive opportunities in the second half. Tomina Rihpa recorded the Tigers' lone shot on goal, while Dayana Martinez added Salem's other shot of the afternoon.
The Tigers finished with two shots, including one on goal, while Rio Grande recorded 40 shots with 18 on target. Rio Grande also held a 7-0 advantage in corner kicks.
Salem continued to battle through the full 90 minutes, with Brooks-Crews' 15-save performance leading the Tigers defensively.
