Box Score Fairmont, W. Va. - The Wheeling University women's soccer team faced nationally ranked Fairmont State in Mountain East Conference (MEC) action. The Cardinals struck first, but the Falcons answered with five goals to earn a 5-1 victory at Duvall-Rosier Field. Wheeling moved to 1-12-2 overall and 1-10-2 in conference play, while Fairmont State improved to 13-0-2 overall and 11-0-2 in MEC play.

Wheeling got off to a strong start in the 23rd minute when Theresah Markwei found the back of the net to give the Cardinals a 1-0 lead. Fairmont State responded five minutes later as Sam Yuen tied the game. The Falcons took the lead in the 32nd minute on a goal by Payton Parliament, assisted by Arrington Sparks, before Stephanie Pedias added another goal in the 43rd minute to give Fairmont State a 3-1 advantage at halftime.

The Falcons continued to apply pressure after the break, with Braylyn Sparks scoring in the 50th minute off an assist from Ava Yannucci. Serenity Thomas added Fairmont State's fifth goal in the 75th minute, assisted by Colletta Hardman, to close out the scoring. The Falcons finished with a 23-4 advantage in shots and put 13 attempts on target, while Wheeling recorded two shots on goal.

Markwei led the Cardinals offensively with the team's lone goal, her second of the season. Jeanery Diaz recorded two shots, including one on goal, while Markwei also put her lone attempt on target. Goalkeeper Katelyn MacInnis played all 90 minutes and recorded eight saves against the Falcons' attack.

Wheeling returns to action Wednesday, October 21, when it travels to face Frostburg State in another MEC matchup. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m.