LA VERNE, CA– The University of La Verne women's soccer battled hard, but fell to the Athenas, 1-0, in the final minutes of Saturday's game. 

Layala Lopez, Alyssa Houlihan, Sofia Chiovare, Maren Handel and Ryenn Zerbel stood out offensively during the midday battle include. All five Leos had shots on goal, putting pressure on the Athenas' goalkeeper. In goal for the Leopards was Natalia Portillo, who grabbed five saves. 

Catch the Leos back in action on Saturday, October 11, at 7 p.m. at home.