Spiders Morning Jolt 8/16: Soccer's First Tie

The soccer team tied its first match of the season against Coastal Carolina.

Good morning. Get to know the specialists on the football team! And don’t forget to come out to the team’s fall camp practice today at 8:45 a.m.

What else are we mixing into today’s edition?

⚽️ Even first match
🕷️ And much, much more!

📈 STOCK UP

🔼 First Feels. The soccer team played its first match of the 2024 season against Coastal Carolina and tied 1-1. McKenna Dalfonso had four saves in goal, including a penalty kick save. Brigitte Bussiere scored for the Spiders off of a stunning header. Kelly Hutton led the team with four shots. ⚽️ Read more about the tie.

🤔 SPIDERS TRIVIA

Preseason Rank.

The women’s soccer team was ranked No. __ in the 2024 A-10 Preseason Poll.

Think you got it? Scroll down to the bottom of this email for the answer!

🕷️ ONE BIG THING

Welcome! The men’s lacrosse team gains Jack Kearney as an assistant coach. Kearney recently worked at NJIT. He will work closely with the goalies, face-off specialists and defense for Richmond. 🥍 Read more about Kearney.

📅 THE DAYS AHEAD

Thursday, August 22

⚽️ Soccer vs. Longwood @ 5pm ET

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🎉TRIVIA ANSWER

Answer: No. 11!

🕷️ Have a great Friday!

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