Week 5 Penn State Hazleton Womens Soccer

Penn State Hazleton vs. Penn State Mont Alto (L 0–3; 9/16/2025)
Despite the scoreline, Hazleton's defensive resolve stood out as goalkeeper Esmeralda Telles turned in a heroic 21-save performance to keep the match within reach throughout both halves. The back line absorbed extended pressure and limited second‑chance looks, while Hazleton stayed disciplined with zero fouls recorded and battled to the final whistle.
Telles' 21 saves came against 24 shots on goal, while Jasmine Bender registered the team's lone shot on target to test Mont Alto's keeper in the second period. Mont Alto's scoring came at 40:49, 42:07, and 50:53, but Hazleton's group held firm late, with Telles adding multiple stops inside the final five minutes.

Penn State Hazleton vs. Penn State Scranton (L 1–4; 9/22/2025)
Hazleton produced a strong second half highlighted by an 80:58 finish from defender Ella Thuringer, who capped a positive build-up sequence assisted by Jasmine Bender to put Hazleton on the board late. Goalkeeper Esmeralda Telles was outstanding again with 13 saves, anchoring a resilient defensive effort that faced 17 shots on goal, while Hazleton generated 13 total shots and five on target across the 90 minutes.
Bender led the line with six shots and two on frame, and Alexis Marotto added two shots, both on target, helping Hazleton sustain pressure down the stretch. Team defensive organization showed in limiting breakaways after halftime, and the midfield created three corners while cutting Scranton's shot volume from the run of play late in the match.