Box Score

BABSON PARK, Mass. -- Jessica DiPhilippo scored twice in a span of nine minutes during the initial portion of the 1st half to pace Babson College in a 3-0 win over the University of New England women's soccer team on day one of the Wellesley Invitational Saturday (Sep. 7) at Hartwell-Rogers Field.

The Beavers remain unbeaten in 2013 at 3-0, while the Nor'easters dip back to 1-2 on the year.

Babson controlled much of the opening frame, leading in shots (10-2) and corner kicks (5-1) after 45 minutes. DiPhilippo registered goals in the 11th and 20th minutes to provide the hosts with a 2-0 cushion at the break.

Big Blue nearly got on the board in the 69th minute, but a diving save Babson goalie Meaghan Merullo denied a chance from the top of the box by junior Margaret Palmer. About five minutes later, the Nor'easters had another opportunity inside the box off the foot of junior Kaitlyn Hall, but the shot glanced off the post.

Rachel Kantor scored late in the 2nd half to complete the scoring for the Beavers. Melina Kapotsis and Merullo split time in goal for the hosts, combining for three saves.

UNE senior goalie Gina Iannazzi posted four stops for the visitors.

Day two of the event continues on Sunday, as the Nor'easters will face Wellesley at 1 p.m.