Miconi scores late as Eastern Washington tops Bucknell, 1-0
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 7:51 PM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
SoccerEastern Washington secured a 1-0 victory over Bucknell on August 19 in Cheney, marking their second consecutive win of the season. Mia Miconi netted the only goal in the 81st minute, while Payton Hyde was pivotal in goal, recording nine saves to maintain the shutout. Despite Bucknell dominating with 21 shots to Eastern’s 11, the Eagles' defense, led by Iris Mattern, effectively handled the pressure throughout the match. Eastern Washington's defensive efforts, combined with Miconi’s decisive late strike, were crucial for the win. The Eagles will travel to Illinois for their next matches against UIC and Western Illinois later this week.
- •Eastern Washington improves to 2-0 this season with the win.
- •Mia Miconi scored her second goal in as many games.
- •Payton Hyde made nine saves to preserve the shutout.
- •Eastern's defense held Bucknell to one scoreless match despite 21 shots.
- •The Eagles will face UIC and Western Illinois on the road next.
- 7:51 PMYahoo Sports — Miconi's Late Strike Lifts Eagles Past Bucknell, 1-0
"Aug. 19—CHENEY — Eastern Washington earned its second straight win to open the season, defeating Bucknell 1-0 behind a late goal from Mia Miconi and another standout performance in goal from Payton Hyde, according to a statement by EWU Athletics. The Eagles recorded 11 shots in the match, while Bucknell finished with 21. Despite consistent pressure from the Bison, Eastern's defense held strong ...
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