WASHINGTON, D.C. — #2 Georgetown overwhelmed Sacred Heart 3-0 on Friday, November 14, in a lopsided NCAA Division I matchup before 537 spectators at the home venue. The Hoyas controlled the contest throughout, outshooting the Pioneers 22-1 while dominating possession and field position to secure a convincing victory that showcased Georgetown's tournament credentials.
Natalie Means opened the scoring in the 17th minute, assisted by Shay Montgomery, giving Georgetown an early advantage the visitors never threatened to erase. Montgomery doubled the lead at the 26-minute mark with an unassisted goal, establishing a commanding two-goal cushion before halftime. Sacred Heart managed just one shot attempt in the opening 45 minutes, struggling to generate any offensive rhythm against Georgetown's organized defensive structure and relentless pressing.
Georgetown added a third goal in the 62nd minute when Means struck again, effectively putting the match beyond reach. The Hoyas' attacking prowess proved overwhelming, with 11 shots on goal compared to Sacred Heart's single attempt. Georgetown's corner kick advantage—14 to 2—reflected their sustained territorial dominance and ability to create chances from set pieces throughout the match.
Sacred Heart's goalkeeper made eight saves to limit the damage, though Georgetown's superior finishing and positioning created far more quality opportunities than the final score might suggest. The Pioneers' defensive unit faced relentless pressure, with Georgetown's midfield controlling the tempo and dictating play from start to finish. Sacred Heart's inability to generate counterattacking opportunities left them perpetually on their heels.
Georgetown's depth became evident through extensive substitutions in both halves, with coach rotating players including Maya Wiese, Abigail Droner, Jocelyn Lohmeyer, and Caroline Spengler while maintaining tactical discipline. The Hoyas' bench proved capable of sustaining the team's intensity and execution standards. Georgetown goalkeeper Cara Martin required just one save before being replaced by Sophia Kavulich late in the match, underscoring the one-sided nature of the contest.
Sacred Heart made multiple adjustments attempting to find offensive solutions, including substituting Rylee McGee, Emily Hood, and Riley Pettigrew, but none altered the fundamental imbalance. The Pioneers' record dropped to 11-9-2 following the loss, while Georgetown improved to 16-3-2 with the dominant performance. Georgetown's now plays West Virginia.