NEWBERRY, S.C. -- The Wolves women's soccer team lost their first home match of the season Thursday night, falling to the Queens Royals 3-0. The loss drops Newberry's record to 3-2 on the season and gives them a 1-2 record in SAC action. 

Queens wasted no time in scoring, as Emma Stockton scored in the second minute to give the visitors an early lead. Mia Manuel scored in the 19th minute to give them a 2-0 lead before they added a third in the closing minutes. The Wolves had a scoring chance in the 75th minute when Rizza Songco connected on a shot, but it sailed out of bounds. Jacqueline Aldrete had one final shot in the closing minutes, taking one off a free kick that went wide of the net. The Queens defense was able to prevent the Wolves from getting off another shot, securing the win.

Delaney Hood got the start in net for the Wolves and recorded three saves. This is the third time in the last four games that she has recorded three saves. Jayleen Gant came on at halftime, playing 45 minutes for the Wolves. Offensively, Aldrete had two shots for the Wolves, while Salley Slice and Songco both had one shot. 

Inside the Boxscore

• The three goals allowed tonight is the most that the Wolves have allowed this season. Newberry is still averaging more goals than their opponents, 2-1 per game. They are also outshooting opponents 11-8 per game, but are even in shots on goal (27 each).
• This was the first time this season that Newberry hasn't recorded a shot on goal. They previously were averaging six shots on goal per game. 

Looking Ahead
The Wolves will embark on a two-game road trip starting March 18 when they take on Limestone. They won't make a return to the Smith Road Complex until April 1, when they host Anderson in their final scheduled home game of the season. Kickoff for that game is set for 4:30 p.m. Live coverage of all Newberry matches can be found on newberrywolves.com.