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Soccer Suffers First MAC Loss at Miami, 1-0
9/25/2025 8:58:00 PM | Soccer
Eastern’s 2-1 MAC record tied for second
OXFORD, Ohio (EMUEagles.com) – After winning its first two Mid-American Conference matches, the Eastern Michigan University soccer team dropped a 1-0 decision at Miami University Thursday, Sept. 25, at Bobby Kramig Field, incurring its first loss of MAC play this season.
The RedHawks netted the match's lone goal in the 15th minute as EMU outshot the hosts, 9-7.
Eastern, which sits in a four-way tie for second in the MAC following Thursday's action, was 2-0-0 in conference play for the first time since 2014.
How It Happened
After sophomore Ciara Brown (Wyandanch, N.Y./Half Hollow Hills West/Auburn) took the contest's first shot at the 1:07 mark, Miami controlled the match's next 15 minutes, tallying the next three shots, including a goal in the 15th minute.
Redshirt sophomore Josie Langhans (Sun Prairie, Wis./Sun Prairie West) and sophomore Maya Marolly (Montreal, Québec/Ecole Secondarie Des Sources/St. Bonaventure) also had shots on goal in the first half.
Eastern ramped up its offensive pressure in the second half, holding a 5-3 advantage in shots for the half while generating five corner kicks in the final 45 minutes. Despite the increased scoring opportunities, EMU was unable to find the equalizer.
Both teams battled to the end in the match, combining for four yellow cards in a span of 2:37 in the closing minutes of the contest.
Game Notes
» Eastern fell to 4-5-0 overall (2-1-0 MAC) while Miami improved to 5-5-0 overall (2-2-0).
» EMU held a 9-7 advantage in shots and 7-5 edge in corner kicks. The Green and White put six shots on target.
» The Eagles, which outshot their opponent for the sixth time in nine matches this season, moved to 3-3 when doing so.
» Marolly took four shots, matching her career high set with Saint Bonaventure University against Youngstown State University, Sept. 5, 2024.
» Junior Sarah Van Euwen (Avon Lake, Ohio/Avon Lake) and senior Mary Grimes (Commerce Township, Mich./Walled Lake Central HS) played all 90 minutes of the match. Van Euwen has played 90 minutes in 14-straight matches, extending to the last five contests of the 2024-25 season. Grimes' full 90 is her second of the season after playing every minute against Buffalo, Sept. 18.
» Sophomore Tayla Maddock (Camlachie, Ontario, St. Patrick's Catholic HS) made her third-straight collegiate start after making her first against Buffalo, Sept. 18. Maddock played 45 minutes, recording one shot on goal.
Historical Notes
» Miami leads the all-time series, 16-13-2.
» Eastern is 2-1 in MAC play for the first time since the 2020 season.
Up Next
Eastern Michigan hosts Ohio University Sunday, Sept. 28, at 1 p.m. at Scicluna Field. All home matches are free admission.
Follow Us
For the most up-to-date information on the Eagles, continue to visit EMUEagles.com. Fans can also follow the team on social media, including Twitter (@EMUSoccer) and Instagram (@EMUSoccer).
The RedHawks netted the match's lone goal in the 15th minute as EMU outshot the hosts, 9-7.
Eastern, which sits in a four-way tie for second in the MAC following Thursday's action, was 2-0-0 in conference play for the first time since 2014.
How It Happened
After sophomore Ciara Brown (Wyandanch, N.Y./Half Hollow Hills West/Auburn) took the contest's first shot at the 1:07 mark, Miami controlled the match's next 15 minutes, tallying the next three shots, including a goal in the 15th minute.
Redshirt sophomore Josie Langhans (Sun Prairie, Wis./Sun Prairie West) and sophomore Maya Marolly (Montreal, Québec/Ecole Secondarie Des Sources/St. Bonaventure) also had shots on goal in the first half.
Eastern ramped up its offensive pressure in the second half, holding a 5-3 advantage in shots for the half while generating five corner kicks in the final 45 minutes. Despite the increased scoring opportunities, EMU was unable to find the equalizer.
Both teams battled to the end in the match, combining for four yellow cards in a span of 2:37 in the closing minutes of the contest.
Game Notes
» Eastern fell to 4-5-0 overall (2-1-0 MAC) while Miami improved to 5-5-0 overall (2-2-0).
» EMU held a 9-7 advantage in shots and 7-5 edge in corner kicks. The Green and White put six shots on target.
» The Eagles, which outshot their opponent for the sixth time in nine matches this season, moved to 3-3 when doing so.
» Marolly took four shots, matching her career high set with Saint Bonaventure University against Youngstown State University, Sept. 5, 2024.
» Junior Sarah Van Euwen (Avon Lake, Ohio/Avon Lake) and senior Mary Grimes (Commerce Township, Mich./Walled Lake Central HS) played all 90 minutes of the match. Van Euwen has played 90 minutes in 14-straight matches, extending to the last five contests of the 2024-25 season. Grimes' full 90 is her second of the season after playing every minute against Buffalo, Sept. 18.
» Sophomore Tayla Maddock (Camlachie, Ontario, St. Patrick's Catholic HS) made her third-straight collegiate start after making her first against Buffalo, Sept. 18. Maddock played 45 minutes, recording one shot on goal.
Historical Notes
» Miami leads the all-time series, 16-13-2.
» Eastern is 2-1 in MAC play for the first time since the 2020 season.
Up Next
Eastern Michigan hosts Ohio University Sunday, Sept. 28, at 1 p.m. at Scicluna Field. All home matches are free admission.
Follow Us
For the most up-to-date information on the Eagles, continue to visit EMUEagles.com. Fans can also follow the team on social media, including Twitter (@EMUSoccer) and Instagram (@EMUSoccer).
Team Stats
EMU
MIAMI
Goals
0
1
Shots
9
7
Shots on Goal
6
4
Saves
3
6
Corners
7
5
Fouls
13
20
Scoring Plays
Kayla Perfect (2)
Assisted By: Katie O'Malley
GOAL by MIAMI Perfect, Kayla Assist by O'Malley, Katie.
14:49
Game Leaders
Players
Shots
4
SOG
2
Goals
0
Assists
0
fwd
Shots
1
SOG
1
Goals
0
Assists
0
Shots
1
SOG
1
Goals
0
Assists
0
Shots
1
SOG
1
Goals
0
Assists
0
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