Rider Women's Soccer faces Temple in their home opener on August 27 at 7:00 p.m. The Broncs (1-0-1) have started the season strong, winning against Wagner and drawing with NJIT. Goalkeeper Ashley Moore has been pivotal, making 13 saves across both games. Scoring has been led by defenders, with Ella Baumgardt and Bethie Morgan netting the team’s two goals so far. Temple's record stands at 3-1-0, following victories over Hampton, LIU, and Saint Peter's.

By the Numbers
  • Rider's overall record: 1-0-1
  • Ashley Moore's saves: 13 on 34 shots faced
  • Temple's record: 3-1-0, with 5 goals scored in wins
  • Last meeting ended in a 0-0 draw on August 24, 2023
State of Play
  • The Broncs have achieved their best start since 2024.
  • Ashley Moore has secured a shutout and recorded high save counts in the early season.
  • Temple's offense also presents a challenge with multiple players contributing to scoring.
What's Next

Expect a competitive match as both teams seek to reinforce their strong starts. Rider aims to capitalize on their home advantage, while Temple looks to bounce back after their only loss this season. Future matchups may influence playoff standings for both teams.

Bottom Line

Rider's success hinges on continuing strong defensive play and finding more scoring opportunities, especially against a strong Temple team. The outcome on Thursday could set the tone for the rest of the season.