KINGSTON, Ont. (September 1, 2019) – The Queen's Gaels (2-0-0) prevailed with a 1-0 victory over the Toronto Varsity Blues (1-1-0) in front of 250 fans at Richardson Stadium.

GAME FLOW

Both teams began the day following a victory on Saturday. During the first half, the Queen's offence moved the ball well against Toronto. The Gaels racked up four shots on goal in the first half, Toronto goalkeeper Levanta Staggolis was the deciding factor in keeping the Blues from falling behind early. 

Early in the second half, Toronto looked revived as they applied pressure to the Queen's goalkeeper Anna Stephenson early on. Stephenson saved back-to-back shots to keep the match scoreless in the 74^th minute. 

Christie Gray scored the game-winning goal in the 76^th minute on a pass assisted by Jenny Matsukubo. The Gaels consistent pressure in the closing minutes sealed the victory to propel Queen's to an undefeated opening weekend. 

WOLEVER'S RETURN 
Former OUA MVP Jenny Wolever made her return to Richardson Stadium as a member of the Varsity Blues. Wolever's return was spoiled as Toronto was shut out by the Gaels tough defence.

BY THE NUMBERS
6 – The Gaels ended the day by racking up six corner kicks that added pressure to the Toronto goalkeeper throughout the first and second half.
8- The Gaels ended the match with eight shots on Toronto's goalkeeper.
12 – Christie Gray scored the first goal of the game in the middle of the second half.

FINAL SAY
"I think we created some chances, we put a little more together of where we want to be at the end." said head coach Dave McDowell.

UP NEXT
The Gaels head to Toronto next Saturday, September 7^th to take on the Ryerson Rams at 1:00 PM.