DeLand, Fla. — Stetson University (4-10-0, 1-4-0 ASUN) fell 4-1 to Jacksonville University (7-4-1, 4-1-0 ASUN) on Sunday afternoon at the Athletic Training Center.

Jacksonville struck early with two quick goals in the opening minutes, but the Hatters settled in and began to generate pressure of their own. Payton Quinones created early chances with two shots, and Stella Comana added multiple attempts on target as Stetson worked to close the gap. Despite several corner opportunities, the Hatters entered halftime trailing 2-0.

Stetson continued to battle in the second half, earning a penalty opportunity in the 71st minute before breaking through just minutes later. Hailey Shelly found the back of the net in the 75th minute, scoring her first collegiate goal to bring the Hatters within one.

Jacksonville added two late goals to secure the win, but Stetson kept pushing until the final whistle, highlighted by a late shot on goal from Ava Kooker.

Shelly led the way with her first career score, while Comana paced the attack with three shots, including two on target. Goalkeeper Mackenzie Caprez went the full 90 minutes, making two saves against 11 shots faced.

The Hatters will have a rematch with Jacksonville on Wednesday, Oct. 9 in Jacksonville at 7:00 p.m.