The Williams College Ephs suffered a 1-0 defeat against the #7 Middlebury College Panthers, despite putting up a strong defensive performance. Both teams struggled on the power play, with the Ephs going 0/3 and the Panthers going 0/4. The faceoff battle was evenly matched, with 26 victories for the Ephs and 25 for the Panthers. Panthers' Sophia Merageas showcased an impressive performance with 28 saves and a shutout, while Erin Pye of the Ephs also stood out with 51 saves.

By the Numbers
  • Both teams struggled on the power play: Ephs 0/3, Panthers 0/4
  • Faceoff battle: Ephs 26 victories, Panthers 25 victories
State of Play
  • The Williams College Ephs (8-10-2, 5-7-1 NESCAC) were defeated by the #7 Middlebury College Panthers (11-6-3, 8-3-2 NESCAC) by a score of 1-0
  • Despite a strong defensive performance, the Ephs were unable to capitalize on offensive chances, leading to their defeat
What's Next

The Ephs will face the Panthers again at Middlebury, VT, with puck drop scheduled for 7 PM. Head Coach Megan Gillis emphasized the need for a new level of resilience and grit in the upcoming game.

Bottom Line

The Williams College Ephs put up a resilient defensive performance but fell short in offensive opportunities, leading to a narrow defeat. The upcoming game presents a chance for the team to showcase a new level of resilience and grit, as emphasized by Head Coach Megan Gillis.