Jacksonville, Fla. — Stetson University (4-11-0, 1-5-0 ASUN) fell 2-0 to Jacksonville University (8-4-1, 5-1-0 ASUN) on Thursday evening at Southern Oak Stadium. Despite the loss, the Hatters showed strong defensive organization and steady goalkeeping from Mackenzie Caprez, who tallied five saves in the match.

The opening minutes saw Stetson settle in defensively as Caprez came up with several key stops to deny early chances from the Dolphins. Jacksonville eventually broke through in the 17th minute on a goal from Paula Herranz, then added another late in the half when Alicia Rey Perez doubled the advantage to make it 2-0 at halftime.

Stetson generated several quality scoring opportunities throughout the match. Payton Quinones and Stella Comana both forced saves from Jacksonville goalkeeper Pia Bozic, while Brooke Voorhees and Sophia Baldwin added additional pressure in the second half. The Hatters continued to push late, earning a corner kick in the 86th minute and a shot from Natalia Dorn that narrowly missed the mark.

Caprez anchored the defense with five saves on 14 shots faced across 90 minutes of play. Comana and Quinones each led the Hatters with two shots on goal, while Voorhees added two attempts to round out a balanced offensive effort.

Stetson will look to bounce back as it continues conference play on the road, traveling to face North Florida on Saturday, October 12, at 1 p.m.
 
About Stetson Athletics
At Stetson University, student-athletes don't just compete—they thrive. Located in historic DeLand, Florida, between Orlando and Daytona Beach, Stetson offers the perfect blend of competitive athletics, academic excellence, and an unbeatable Central Florida lifestyle. As the oldest private university in the region, Stetson supports approximately 500 student-athletes across 19 NCAA Division I sports. Nicknamed the "Hatters" after the institution's namesake John B. Stetson, a hat manufacturer who originated the modern-day cowboy hat, most Stetson athletic teams compete in the Atlantic Sun Conference, where they proudly hold the longest active membership since 1985. With top-tier facilities, personalized support, and a welcoming campus community, Stetson is where students can grow, compete, and succeed. Learn more at GoHatters.com or follow social media accounts @StetsonHatters.