Box Score Grand Rapids, Mich. – Women's Soccer saw two first half goals make the difference as they were unable to breakthrough losing 2-0 to Trinity Christian. The Trolls put together two strong strikes that told the story of this tight battle. The Golden Eagles will look to bounce back quickly on Saturday, August 30^th at 6:00 p.m. against Saint Francis. 
 
Game Recap: Cornerstone – 0 Trinity Christian - 2
 
First Half:

• The Trolls came out of the gates strong and were rewarded early with a goal in the 7^th minute of the game thanks to a free kick from outside the box. 
• The Golden Eagles saw some strong hold up play from freshman Joslyn McGlassion that set the tone as they looked to get a grip on the match. 
• Cornerstone struggled to find a hold in the contest still as Trinity Christian doubled their lead with a top net finish at the 29-minute mark. 
• Madeline Billings sparked the offense well with strong runs up the left side of the pitch, but she was unable to provide the final pass to hurt the Trolls. 
• The Golden Eagles made a late push in the half, but the score remained at 2-0 which left them with quite the uphill battle. 

Second Half:

• The second half Cornerstone found a flurry of shots but continued to be held out by the Trolls. 
• Tori Woodwyk found a wide-open lane to shoot and just struck it too high as Cornerstone still trailed 2-0 at the 62^ndminute. 
• The Trolls transitioned late towards a counter attacking play style finding multiple fast breaks but the Cornerstone back line held strong so far in the second half.
• Gracie Gortmaker nearly found the opener for the home team, but her shot was saved on the open net opportunity in the 76^th minute.
• Pure chaos from the Trolls defending told the story in the 81^st minute but the Golden Eagles still could not break through. 
• Trinity Christian held their lead well to close out the match at 2-0 spoiling the ladies home opener. 

By The Numbers
Both teams tallied exactly 14 shots a piece in the contest. 
Cornerstone led the match with six corners kicks compared to the Trolls three.
Tori Woodwyk played strong in the midfield with five total shots with two forcing saves. 
 
What's Next
The Golden Eagles next matchup comes on Saturday, August 30 at 6:00 p.m. against Saint Francis in Fort Wayne, Ind. 
 
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