Caporusso leads Skidmore past #18 Williams in historic upset

SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY – The Skidmore College women’s soccer team defeated No. 18 Williams in a 1-0 shutout at Wachenheim Field on Wednesday evening for the program’s first victory in the series matchup since 1989. The Thoroughbreds (3-2-2) capitalized offensively once the opportunity arose in the first half, breaking through in the 18th minute when sophomore Mara Grace connected with senior Ellianna Caporusso for the game’s lone goal. The score also ended Skidmore’s 11-game goal drought against the Ephs (5-2). Skidmore’s defense withstood a persistent Williams attack that held an 18-5 advantage in shots, as junior goalkeeper Sophia Sayers stepped…