Women's Soccer Roll Past Howard CC, 4-1

Rockville, MD - The Montgomery College women's soccer team cruised to a convincing 4-1 victory over Howard Community College on Thursday, October 1st, at Alcus Field as part of Montgomery College Athletics 2026 Spirit Night. The evening featured a full broadcast from MCTV, with the National Anthem performed by the Artstream Players Singing group. A hyped crowd brought plenty of energy throughout the night, with fans enjoying giveaways, discounted food and the opportunity to purchase new Montgomery College Raptors gear.

On the field, Montgomery took control early, scoring twice in the opening half to take a 2-1 lead into halftime. Brianna Herrera-Talavera opened the scoring for the Raptors, while Lillia Erickson added her first goal of the night.

The Raptors continued their offensive pressure in the second half, with Erickson completing her hat trick with two additional goals to push Montgomery's lead to 4-1. Erickson finished the match with three goals on seven shots, putting all seven of her attempts on goal. Herrera-Talavera added a goal, while Marianna Buldrini Pasquini also recorded assists.

Standout Performers

• Lillia Erickson -- 3 goals, 7 shots, 7 shots on goal
• Brianna Herrera-Talavera -- 1 goal, 6 shots, 5 shots on goal
• Marianna Buldrini Pasquini -- 6 shots
• Sophia Lopez -- 4 shots, 3 shots on goal
• Adriana Gamez -- 4 shots, 3 shots on goal
• Madelis Solorzano -- 90 minutes in goal

Montgomery's offense generated 36 shots throughout the match, including 22 shots on goal, as the Raptors secured the 4-1 victory while giving the energetic Spirit Night crowd plenty to celebrate.

Next Home Game

The Raptors return to Alcus Field on Thursday, October 8, for the 2026 Tom Bichy Invitational against Harcum College at 3:00 p.m. The match will also serve as Sophomore Recognition Day, with a special ceremony honoring the team's sophomores taking place before kickoff.