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STOCKTON OSPREYS BUILD MOMENTUM AS FALL SPORTS CONTINUE

After a weekend of canceled sports, the Ospreys returned to action ready to build momentum as fall sports continued across campus.

From both soccer teams picking up conference victories to field hockey earning back-to-back wins, Stockton had another busy week as October gets underway.

When Erin Lally Scored goal. Photo courtesy of Danna Urias.

Women’s Soccer Continues Conference Play

Senior Kylee Reissek’s corner kick led to a goal. Photo courtesy of Danna Urias.

Women’s soccer opened NJAC play with a 1-0 road victory over Rutgers-Camden on Wednesday, September 30. Senior Kylee Reissek scored the game-winning goal in the 22nd minute, assisted by Erin Lally.

The Ospreys returned to the field Saturday to face Ramapo College in another conference matchup. Erin Lally scored directly off a corner kick, and Megan Morris added another goal with a header off a free kick from Bella Bednarz.

The team continues its NJAC schedule as it builds momentum and works toward the postseason.

Men’s Soccer Earns a Shutout Victory

The men’s soccer team also opened conference play with a 3-0 victory over Rutgers-Camden on September 30.

Aiden Hoenisch opened the scoring in the first half before Cooper Adinolfi extended Stockton’s lead early in the second half. Freshman Landon Hoenisch added the third goal in the 76th minute, scoring his first collegiate goal.

Men’s soccer celebration of goal from freshman Landon Hoenisch. Photo courtesy of Danna Urias.

Goalkeeper Cole Butler shut out the opponent and helped Stockton earn its first NJAC victory of the season.

Field Hockey Earns Back-to-Back Wins

Stockton field hockey started their week with an impressive 8-0 win over Eastern University in an out-of-conference game. 

Building on that momentum, the Ospreys made a strong start to conference play, earning a 4-1 victory over Montclair State University in its first NJAC matchup.

The two victories give Stockton momentum as the team continues its fall season and conference play.

Women’s Volleyball Continues to Compete

The women’s volleyball team opened the week with a 3-0 victory over Rutgers-Newark on Tuesday, September 29, winning all three sets.

The Ospreys continued their schedule at the NYU Tournament on Friday, October 2, earning a 3-2 victory over Vassar College in a five-set battle.

Stockton faced 21st-ranked NYU on Saturday but fell 3-0. The Ospreys bounced back in their next match, sweeping Baruch 3-0 to close out the tournament with another win.

Stockton will return home Tuesday, October 6, to face Montclair State University. Both teams enter the matchup with similar records, setting up an important conference battle as the Ospreys look to build off their weekend wins.

Cross Country Meet Canceled Due to Heat

Both the men’s and women’s cross country teams were scheduled to compete at the Paul Short Run at Lehigh University in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, on Friday, October 2.

The organizers canceled the meet because of unsafe heat conditions to prioritize the safety and well-being of student-athletes and other participants.

The Ospreys will look ahead to their next scheduled competition as they continue preparing for the championship portion of the season.

Stockton Looks Ahead to Another Week and a New Month

Womens Soccer team celebrating Erin Lally goal. Photo courtesy of Danna Urias.

With strong performances across soccer, field hockey, and volleyball, Stockton’s fall teams continue to build momentum as the season moves into October. With more conference matchups ahead, the Ospreys look to keep the wins coming and continue competing for a spot in the postseason.

The next Home Match will be Women’s Volleyball vs. Montclair State University on Tuesday, October 6, in Big Blue at 7 P.M.