Rutgers women's soccer draws 0-0 with UConn in home opener

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Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Rutgers women's soccer draws 0-0 with UConn in home opener
Summary

Rutgers women's soccer achieved a 0-0 draw against UConn at Joseph J. Morrone Stadium on August 20. The Scarlet Knights, following a 4-1 defeat at Tennessee a week earlier, relied on six saves from goalkeeper Olivia Bodmer to maintain the clean sheet. UConn controlled much of the first half, forcing Bodmer into several crucial stops. Rutgers managed only a couple of shots, with true freshman Lilia Calvert recording both attempts. The match marked the home opener for UConn, which had previously drawn with Stony Brook in their season debut.

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  • Match held on August 20 at Joseph J. Morrone Stadium.
  • Olivia Bodmer recorded six saves for Rutgers.
  • Lilia Calvert took both shots for Rutgers.
  • UConn finished third in the Big East last season.
  • Both teams are looking to improve in their following games.
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STORRS, Conn. — Rutgers came into Connecticut looking to build on the half of soccer it actually liked. A week after a 4-1 loss at No. 24 Tennessee that was decided inside the opening half hour, the Scarlet Knights found the follow-through they were after and took a point out of Joseph J. Morrone Stadium […]

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