No. 2 Molloy defeated top-seeded Mercy in a penalty-kick shootout to win its fifth East Coast Conference women’s soccer title and secure a berth in the NCAA tournament. Angelina Rodriguez scored the decisive kick after goalkeeper Elyse Muñoz saved a Mercy attempt to keep Molloy alive.

By the Numbers
  • Molloy won the shootout, 6-5.
  • The Lions are 7-6-4 this season and have reached the NCAA tournament five times in program history.
  • Jana Strait earned tournament Most Outstanding Player honors with 4 points, including 2 goals.
Yes, But

Molloy had to overcome an early deficit and a missed shootout attempt, while Mercy had a chance to clinch the title before Muñoz’s save turned the pressure back on the Mavericks.

What's Next

Molloy will play in the NCAA East Regional. The selection show is scheduled for Monday, Nov. 9, at 7 p.m. ET on NCAA.com; the opponent and game time are still to be announced.

Bottom Line

A resilient defensive effort and two decisive moments in the shootout carried Molloy to a conference crown—and extended its season into the NCAA tournament.