MCLA defeats Bay Path 5-0

**MCLA Dominates Bay Path with a 5-0 Victory**

In a commanding performance at Shewcraft Field in North Adams, MA, the MCLA women's soccer team triumphed over Bay Path with a resounding 5-0 win on September 24, 2025. This victory marked a significant moment for MCLA as they improved their record to 2-5-0 overall and 1-1-0 in conference play, while Bay Path remained winless at 0-5-0.

The game commenced with MCLA asserting dominance early on. Lauren Kimball opened the scoring in the 11th minute, assisted by Lauren Campbell and Gwendolyn Duggan, setting the tone for the match. The first half saw MCLA controlling the play, outshooting Bay Path , though Bay Path's goalkeeper, Seralyn Lendroth, managed to keep the score at 1-0 with 18 saves.

The second half saw MCLA's offense explode with four more goals. Lauren Campbell doubled the lead in the 47th minute, with an assist from Kimball. Gwendolyn Duggan extended the advantage in the 56th minute, again with Kimball's involvement. Cidnee Frymire added a fourth goal in the 78th minute, assisted by Duggan, and Catelyn Hodge capped the scoring with an unassisted strike in the final minute of regulation.

MCLA's attacking prowess was evident as they amassed 73 total shots, with 36 on target, while Bay Path failed to register a single shot. Lendroth's efforts in goal were commendable, making 31 saves despite the relentless MCLA attack. On the other hand, MCLA's goalkeepers, Mallory Amirian and Destiny Alexandra Ri, had a quiet day with no shots to contend with.

The match was well-controlled by the referees, with only nine fouls called in total, and MCLA took advantage of their set-piece opportunities, securing 14 corner kicks to Bay Path's none.

With this victory, MCLA looks to build momentum as they move forward in the season, while Bay Path will need to regroup and strategize for their upcoming matches.