South Euclid, OH — The Fairmont State Falcons came away with a 1-0 win against MEC North Division opponent, Notre Dame College. The game in South Euclid, OH featured a battle by both teams in undesirable, cold conditions. This win improves Fairmont State's record to 9-2-3 overall and 9-2-2 in the MEC. The result also makes for the longest shutout streak in school history for FSU with 6 wins without conceding a goal. 

Fairmont State worked the entire first half to gain a lead against Notre Dame. FSU took 8 shots during the half compared to Notre Dame's 4. 

Coming into the second half, Fairmont State knew they had to pick up their play. The Falcons gained a free kick just outside the box that midfielder Tricia Lemasters took. After the ball was kicked, forward Jessica Schneider found the rebound of the NDC player's clearance. Schneider saw Lemasters free at the top of the box where she passed her the ball quickly. Lemasters chipped Notre Dame's goalkeeper to gain a 1-0 lead in the 67th minute. 

The defense held strong against Notre Dame's 11 total shots to gain the shutout, where goalkeeper Taylor Kennedy made 4 saves. 

The FSU Falcons finished the game with 11 shots, and 8 of those being on goal. 

The Falcons will face West Virginia State University on the Sunday, October 23rd at 6:00 p.m.