GRINNELL, Iowa — Lawrence University faced a difficult road test Saturday, falling 5-0 to Grinnell College in Midwest Conference action.
The Pioneers opened the scoring in the 20th minute when Jack Pennachio finished a pass from Jake Lu at 19:47. Grinnell added another goal less than three minutes later, with Samuel Gojjam scoring off an assist from Oliver Klemm at 22:20.
Grinnell extended its advantage just before halftime, as Luke Akosa found the net at 39:59 following a pass from Zander Salva. The Vikings entered the break trailing 3-0.
The Pioneers added to their lead in the second half when Klemm scored at 59:42, assisted by Gojjam. Kanata Mizutani completed the scoring with an unassisted goal at 76:11.
Lawrence generated eight shots, putting three on target, and earned five corner kicks. William Plougmand Mikkelsen led the Vikings with four shots, including two on goal, while Grayson Ogren added two attempts and put one on target.
Cristian Puebla played all 90 minutes in goal for Lawrence, recording seven saves while facing 19 shots from Grinnell.
