STORRS, Conn. - The Raiders suffered their first loss of the season on Sunday, dropping a 3-0 match to UConn at Joseph J. Morrone Stadium.

COACH RONNING'S COMMENTS
"It was a tough loss against a strong team. We really competed and executed in the First 45 minutes. A 5 minute stretch at the start of the second half changed the game, and I have to do a much better job ensuring the group is prepared to compete at the highest level. No excuses, we just have to be better. "

HOW IT HAPPENED

• Both teams came out with strong defensive starts, not allowing either team to create a quality chance.
• Charlie Yates nearly found the back of the net but the UConn keeper made the save.
• Colgate was outshot 7-3 in the first 45 minutes.
• The Huskies took the lead early in the second frame with a long shot finding the top left corner.
• UConn would double its lead moments later with a backpost header.
• First years Ryan Schachter and Cole Ramey each had looks in the second half but were unable to capitalize.
• UConn scored its third with less than a minute to go and Colgate fell 3-0.

GAME NOTES

• Eric Widrick made four saves in net.
• Ryan Schachter led the team with two shots.

UP NEXT
The Raiders (3-1-1) open up Patriot League play on Saturday, Sept. 13 on the road against American. Kickoff is set for 1 p.m.