Rock Hill, S.C. – Winthrop women’s soccer secured their first win of the season in a 1-0 shutout over VMI on Thursday evening at Eagle Field. The Eagles’ defense maintained a clean sheet with three saves by goalie Mia Ruffalo, while Mia Silber scored the game-deciding goal for the Eagles.
Winthrop (1-2-0, 0-0 Big South) 1, VMI (0-3-0, 0-0 SoCon) 0
Scoring Summary
50′ – WINTHROP – Silber (unassisted)
Game Recap
- Mia Silber led an early offensive effort for the Eagles, recording two shots by the 4:51 mark, with one saved by Maren Ryberg.
- The Eagles continued to apply pressure, with Amalie Steen’s attempt in the 10th minute also saved by Ryberg.
- VMI’s Ella Peterson challenged the Eagles’ defense at 24:35, but Mia Ruffalo made a crucial save to keep the match scoreless.
- The half concluded with the Eagles maintaining the offensive edge but unable to convert, resulting in a 0-0 tie at the break.
- Silber scored the decisive goal for the Eagles at 50:04, marking her first game-winning goal of the season and breaking the deadlock to give the Eagles a 1-0 lead.
- Ashley Ross had multiple shot attempts, including a shot on goal at 52:30 and another at 54:21, maintaining pressure on the Keydets.
- The Eagles held their lead through the end of the period, securing the 1-0 victory.
Notables
- Mia Ruffalo recorded three saves and secured her first shutout in her career.
- Mia Silber notched the game-winning goal, one of her four shots, with two on target.
- Cordelia McIntosh attempted five shots, contributing to the offensive pressure.
- Ross also added five shots, including one on goal, further testing the opposing defense.
- Winthrop has extended their unbeaten streak to five games against VMI.
Looking Ahead
Winthrop will host Emory & Henry on Sunday at Eagle Field. This will end the team’s three-game home stand as they will be on the road thereafter until September 3, 2026. The game will be at 6 p.m. est.
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Story courtesy of Winthrop Athletics.
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Thomas Hyslip lives in Tega Cay with his wife and daughter. After 27 years in the U.S. Army and Federal Law Enforcement, he retired to pursue his passion for teaching. Tom is now an Assistant Professor of Instruction at the University of South Florida. In 2 short years he has won 10 awards from the South Carolina Press Association, including first place in column writing, education beat reporting and best podcast.
