NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Trevecca Nazarene snapped a two-game losing streak Friday with a 5-3 victory over visiting Christian Brothers in a Division II matchup featuring eight combined goals. The Apostles (4-7-4) bounced back from consecutive conference defeats to secure their first win since late October, while the Lady Buccaneers (2-12-1) suffered their third loss in four matches.
Peyton Wilkinson opened scoring in the 3rd minute for Trevecca, assisted by Anny Mitra and Maria Luiza Rocha. Natalia Bowles doubled the lead at 13 minutes with help from Wilkinson and Katie Whiting. Christian Brothers responded when Elisa Cruz scored in the 21st minute, assisted by Madison Woolridge, but Trevecca maintained control through halftime.
Riley Kate Collins extended Trevecca's advantage in the 56th minute. Savanna Mondesir-Singh pulled Christian Brothers within one at 62 minutes, setting up a competitive second half. Anny Mitra restored the two-goal cushion at 74 minutes with an assist from Noelle Garcia. Lia Haggstrom narrowed the gap again for Christian Brothers at 77 minutes, but Trevecca's depth proved decisive down the stretch.
Trevecca outshot Christian Brothers 9-8 overall and 7-6 on target. The Apostles generated three corner kicks compared to none for the visitors. Both teams recorded three saves, indicating balanced goalkeeper performances. Christian Brothers drew