Western Connecticut 6, WPI 0

Worcester, MA --- Forward Kim Crayco (Bolton, CT) notched a pair of goals just over three minutes apart early in the match to spark nationally ranked Western Connecticut to a 6-0 win over host WPI in non-conference women's soccer action on Tuesday evening. With the victory, the 17th ranked Colonials (D3Kicks.com) improve to 2-0 while the Engineers dip to 1-1.

Crayco opened the game with a pair of goals in the 4th and 7th minutes. Crayco was assisted on the first goal by Amy Corchard (Monroe, CT) off a corner kick while All-American Catherine Nathans (New Fairfield, CT) picked up the first of her two assists on the second tally.

Western Connecticut took a 3-0 advantage into the locker room at halftime when Victoria Capozziello (Fairfield, CT) knocked in goal just 24 seconds before the half.

The Colonials would score three more times in the second half on goals by Angela Wozniak (Ludlow, MA) and reserves Tina Dias (Shelton, CT), and Lauren Matthews (Monroe, CT).  The bench was a source of strength for Western Connecticut as they contributed three goals and three assists on the evening. 

Nicole DeCampo (Stoneham, MA) was outstanding in net for WPI, registering 15 saves on the night. Western Connecticut goalies Jenna Cappellieri (Stratford, CT) and Ashley Griffin (Newington, CT) split the shutout without being called to make a save.  For the match, the Colonials enjoyed a 32-2 advantage in shots.

The Crimson and Gray plays their next game at home versus Wentworth on Thursday at 7pm. Western Connecticut entertains Wheaton on Saturday. The match is scheduled for a 3pm start.

Story written by WPI Athletics Intern - Steven M. Miller Jr.