LOUDONVILLE, NY – Ella Dudley scored the decisive goal in the 37
th minute as New Hampshire prevailed over Siena Women's Soccer 1-0 in a defensive-minded battle.
Leslie Adams made four saves for the Saints.
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New Hampshire (2-3-1) held decided shot (13-6) and corner kick (11-1) advantages in securing their first-ever win in six tries (1-4-1) over Siena (2-4).
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With 8:20 remaining in the opening half, Alivia Kelly blasted a long free kick off the crossbar which Dudley headed out of the air and into the goal for the lone score on the afternoon.
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Carrie Krohn registered a team-high three shots for the Saints who have dropped four straight after winning their first two matches of the season.
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Cat Sheppard made three saves for UNH which served Siena its first shutout in its past 13 regular season matches.
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The Saints will look to bounce back Sunday when they travel to Hartford for a 1 p.m. tilt.
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