Boxscore (PDF) | Coach Graziano Notes

AMES, Iowa – Eastern Illinois women's rugby remained undefeated following a 50-22 road win over Iowa State on Saturday afternoon, improving the Panthers to 8-0 on the year.

After being tied at 12-all at the half, the Panthers erupted for 38 points in the final frame to earn the hard-fought road victory.

Junior Lauren Doyle had a career day, earning 30 of the 50 total Panther points as she scampered for four trys, dished out three assists and went 5-for-8 in two-point conversions.  She also registered five runs over 20-yards to lead the EIU offense.

Defensively, she finished with six solo stops, tying Stefanie Mahan, while newcomer Madison Kissner led all defenders with seven tackles.  Doyle also led with two steals-at-tackle.

Also earning a try in the rout were Kissner, Cara Hahne, Nia Williams and Ashley Aardsma.  Williams also earned two assists, while both Tina Crema and Narissa Ramirez dished out an assist as well.

After winning their final road game of the 2011 season, Eastern will now prepare for a home rematch versus NCAA Division I newcomer Quinnipiac next Sunday (Nov. 6).  Kickoff has been moved to a noon start at Lakeside Field.

The Panthers and Bobcats will meet for the third time this season as EIU captured previous wins of 24-0 and 33-5 over QU.

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COACH GRAZIANO NOTES FROM ISU GAME...

"Lauren Doyle had a big day leading the way with four trys, three assists, five runs over 20-yards, and two steals... she was also second on the day in tackles with six, plus went 5-for-8 in two-point conversions... overall, she scored 30 of our 50 points... Lauren was able to set our attacking pattern with her probing runs in the middle of the Cyclone defense... the ISU defense was quite organized, but Lauren's abilities and speed found small gaps creating scoring opportunities for herself and her teammates.

Alissa Patient had a few excellent runs on set plays and we hope to involve her more in our offensive attack as she continues to develop her running techniques.

Nia Williams had a good day on the wing... we moved her to that position for this game and she performed well both offensively and defensively... her talents in the open field will become an asset as she continues to learn how to play the game to her full potential.

We had a few break downs defensively and missed a few tackles which kept the game close for  the first 50 minutes... so our midfield defense will need to improve this aspect of our game if we are to be successful in our third Quinnipiac game this coming weekend."

... for more info, contact Bart Rettberg, Asst. SID