NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Goalkeeper Kyla Holmes delivered a career-high 11 saves, but a late goal in the 88th minute gave No. 25 Vanderbilt a 2–1 victory over the Yale women's soccer team on Friday night. The Commodores improved to 4–1, while the Bulldogs dropped to 2–1.

"We learned a lot about ourselves tonight," said Sarah Martinez, Loring Family Head Coach of Women's Soccer. "This group is gritty and bought in. They play for each other, and they are constantly onto the next action. That is a very, very good Vanderbilt team who will play late into November — and we never quit. To score late and continue to create was great to see. I'm bummed to give up the late goal, as it would have been great to get a result, but I'm proud of the fight we showed."

"Kyla was unbelievable today — as she always is. She sets the standard so high and keeps us in these types of games."

"A tough weekend ahead as we begin to focus on UConn at home," added Martinez.
 
Scoring Summary

• 37' | Courtney Jones put the Commodores ahead, converting a free kick from just outside the left center of the box. 1-0 VANDERBILT
• 81' | The Bulldogs evened the score when JoJo DeNegri delivered a cross into the center of the box, where Vienna Lundstedt placed a shot into the bottom left corner. 1-1
• 88' | Adysen Armenta gave Vanderbilt the lead for good after converting on a tough shot just outside the box to the top left corner. 2-1 VANDERBILT

 
Notes

• Holmes was sensational in net, making seven strong saves in the first half and 11 for the game.
• Lundstedt's goal was her second of the season and fourth of her career.
• DeNegri's assist was the first of her collegiate career.
• Lundstedt led Yale with four shots in the game.
• The Commodores recorded 34 total shots.

Up Next
The Bulldogs will return to Reese Stadium to host UConn on Thursday, Sept. 4. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m.