TEANECK, N.J. -- The Fairleigh Dickinson women's soccer team (3-3-2) were toppled by the Columbia Lions (3-2-1) today, Sunday, September 12, 3-0, for what was the Knights' first home loss of the season. 

How it Happened 

• The Lions struck early with a goal in the 8', and then found paydirt once again in the 16', jumping out to a quick 2-0 lead. 

• The defense stabilized down the stretch to hold Columbia goalless the rest of the first half, with nine substitutes each for both sides seeing the pitch. 

• The Knights nearly found a quick response in the 49' with a Madelyn Robbins free kick, but it was a touch high. 

• The Lions saw out a handful of Knights attacks and finished their day with a third goal in the 78' to cap the scoring. 

Inside the Box Score 

• Naemi Hausen led the way for the Knights attack with a pair of shots, one of which coming on target. Four other Knights chipped in shots.  

• Seven Knights combined for 11 shots directed towards the Lions net, with six of those coming on target. Madelyn Robbins led the way with three shots, while Aitana Martínez-Montoya had two shots on goal, the most of any Knight. 

Coach Teepe's Thoughts 
"I felt that we were just not prepared to step on the field and compete today. I think we all have to look ourselves, including us as coaches, and make sure this doesn't happen again. We let them dictate the game, which is something we haven't been doing, so it's disappointing to say the least." 

"[Ahead of NEC play] we have to figure out what happened today and make sure it doesn't happen again. We've gotta be critical of ourselves, and we can't get too down, but we can't forget this. We've had a good run of games – today was not one of them." 

What's Next 
The Knights begin NEC play with a home match against Saint Francis U (Pa.) on Sunday, September 19, at 12 p.m., right here at University Stadium. The match will be streamed live on NEC Front Row. 

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