WEST LIBERTY, W.Va. — Kylie Collins scored twice Wednesday, but the West Liberty University women's soccer team fell to Glenville State, 3-2, in a Mountain East Conference matchup at the West Family Athletic Complex.
The loss moved the Hilltoppers to 2-7-1 overall and 2-6 in MEC play, while Glenville State improved to 5-5 overall and 5-3 in conference play.
Collins twice erased Glenville State leads in the opening half, scoring both of West Liberty's goals on two shots.
After Glenville State opened the scoring, West Liberty answered at the 23:58 mark when Collins finished a pass from
Rylee Stottlemyer to even the match at 1-1.
Glenville State regained the lead later in the half, but Collins struck again with just over two minutes remaining before halftime. Her goal at 42:59 pulled the Hilltoppers level at 2-2 heading into the break.
Glenville State scored the only goal of the second half, with Solares Solano finding the back of the net at 69:53 to put the Pioneers ahead 3-2.
West Liberty battled to stay within a goal throughout the closing minutes.
Rayna Hoover made three saves during a Glenville State attacking stretch from 72:50 to 83:18, while the Hilltopper defense withstood five shots and four corner kicks without allowing another goal.
Glenville State finished with a 13-4 advantage in shots and an 8-2 edge in shots on goal. Collins accounted for both of West Liberty's shots on frame.
Hoover played all 90 minutes in goal and finished with five saves.
West Liberty returns to action Sunday when the Hilltoppers visit West Virginia State for a 1 p.m. MEC matchup.
West Liberty University blends a small-town environment with a comprehensive college experience, fostering students' aspirations through hands-on learning, personalized support, and unique academic programs at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Learn more at
westliberty.edu.
