The New York University women's soccer team, ranked #25 by the National Soccer Coaches Association of America (NSCAA), defeated Farmingdale State College 2-1 on Wednesday, September 14, in Farmingdale, NY.

Teressa Fazio scored her team-leading third goal of the season to give NYU (4-1) a quick 1-0 lead. Her up-close unassisted tally came just 7:21 into the contest. 

"Teressa is playing with a lot of confidence. That's really important for a forward," said Head Coach Michele Canning.

The Violets doubled their lead when Alex Benedict scored her first collegiate goal on a cross from Charlotte Herbertz. She tickled the twines at 37:03 and NYU took its 2-0 lead into halftime.

"It sets a positive tone for the game when you can get on the board early," Canning offered. "It helps take the pressure off."

The Rams (0-4-2) battled back to cut their deficit in half on an unassisted goal by Alena Gannon at 53:32.

However, the visitors cut down all chances the rest of the way to hold on for the victory.

STATS RIGHT

- Goalkeeper Cassie Steinberg went the distance for NYU and recorded two saves.

- NYU had the advantage in shots (15-9) and corner kicks (7-2).

- Maddie Pena led the Violets with three shots.

"It was a really physical, competitive game," Canning explained. "It's good to get another win on the road."

The Violets return to action this Sunday, September 18, when they face Trinity College in Hartford, CT, at 1:00 pm.