East Stroudsburg, PA — In a high-energy PSAC East showdown, the East Stroudsburg University Warriors defended their home turf with a 16–9 victory over the visiting Kutztown Bears on Saturday afternoon, powered by a balanced offensive attack and a lockdown defensive effort.
Offensive Notables:
The Warriors' offense was firing on all cylinders, leading the charge for ESU was Sadie Kauffman, who had a dominant performance with 6 goals and 3 assists, playing a pivotal role in the Warriors' offensive success. Hannah Schiemer followed up with a strong showing of her own, netting 4 goals and adding an assist.
The Warriors spread the wealth on offense, with additional goals from Jolee Roth (2), Maddy Poltrack (1), Paige Moreland (1), Campbell Heller (1), and Lauren Hallman (1). The team's unselfish play was on full display, as six different players recorded assists, including Kauffman, Moreland, Schiemer, Heller, Ariana Tucci, and Hallman.
Defensive Notables:
East Stroudsburg's defense was rock-solid, limiting Kutztown's scoring chances and creating transition opportunities. Emily Varilla, Lauren Hallman, Mia LaBarca, and Mac Maloney led the team with 2 caused turnovers, while Molly Atwell, Sadie Kauffman, and Abby Simonetti each chipped in with 1 caused turnover apiece. Mac Maloney stood out on ground balls, scooping up 4, and Emily Varilla led the team with 6 draw controls. The Warriors collectively totaled 11 caused turnovers and 12 ground balls, showcasing their aggression and hustle on the defensive end.
In Goal:
Abby Simonetti anchored the defense between the pipes, turning in a stellar performance with 12 saves while allowing just 9 goals in a full 60 minutes of action. Her presence helped the Warriors maintain control, especially during key stretches when the Bears looked to build momentum.
With this win, ESU improves their PSAC East standing and shows they're a force on both ends of the field. The combination of offensive depth, strong midfield play, and consistent defense made the difference in this one.
Up Next:
The Warriors will return to play on Wednesday, April 16th for a away PSAC East matchup against Bloomsburg starting at 2:00 P.M. Follow along at esuwarriors.com for more updates.
