2024-25 Bethany College Women's Soccer News

Rausch Named Head Women's Soccer Coach
Rausch Named Head Women's Soccer Coach

January 28, 2025

Bethany College Interim Director of Athletics Jen Windmiller is announcing the hiring of Nathan Rausch as the head women’s soccer coach, effective immediately.   

Three WSOC Players Named Academic All-District
Three WSOC Players Named Academic All-District

November 19, 2024

Three Bethany College women's soccer players have been honored for their achievements on and off the field.

Five Bison Named to All-PAC Teams
Five Bison Named to All-PAC Teams

November 12, 2024

The Bethany Bison had five members be selected to an All-PAC team. Monica Bird and Ava Lee were selected to the All-PAC Second Team. Jada Benjamin, Avallina Aurilo, and Hope Fair were all selected as All-PAC Honorable Mentions. 

Bethany Exits Playoffs
Bethany Exits Playoffs

November 02, 2024

Bethany played a first round Presidents Athletic Conference playoff game against Saint Vincent...Saint Vincent held on at home for a 2-1 win over Bethany.

Bison Shine in Season Ender
Bison Shine in Season Ender

October 29, 2024

Bethany had their finest offensive showing of the season against the Thiel Tomcats in a 6-1 victory. The Bison put up an astounding 28 shots from a variety of different legs. This marks the end of the regular season for the Bison, who have clinched a berth in the Presidents Athletic Conference Playoffs.

Aurilio Amazes in 3-0 Shutout Win
Aurilio Amazes in 3-0 Shutout Win

October 22, 2024

The Bison offense exploded in the first half for three goals, launching Bethany to a shutout victory at Hoag Field. It was the most goals scored in the first half since September 19th, 2022 when the Bison scored eight goals against PSU-Beaver.

WSOC Honors Seniors
WSOC Honors Seniors

October 19, 2024

It was senior day for four Bison. Goalkeeper Alessandra Ferrazzano, Forward Jada Benjamin, Forward Carlene Thomas, and Defender Ava Lee were all honored before kickoff for their commitment to the women’s soccer program during their careers.

Bird Earns PAC Offensive POW
Bird Earns PAC Offensive POW

October 14, 2024

The Presidents Athletic Conference named Monica Bird as the Offensive Player of the Week. Bird collected four goals during Bethany’s homecoming week to account for all scoring by the Bison.

GREG PAYAN
Bird Boosts Bison Past Geneva

October 12, 2024

The Bethany Bison gave the homecoming crowd something to cheer about, as the women’s soccer team brought home a Presidents Athletic Conference win over the Geneva Golden Tornadoes.

Bird Blasts Two Goals in Win
Bird Blasts Two Goals in Win

October 09, 2024

The Bison had one of their most tense games of the year, rallying to a 2-1 victory on the back of Monica Bird’s two goals.

WSOC Draws Chatham
WSOC Draws Chatham

October 05, 2024

After giving up an early goal, the Bison rallied back to end the game in a 1-1 draw. 

Bison Held Scoreless against Bearcats
Bison Held Scoreless against Bearcats

October 02, 2024

Bethany slowed down a flaming hot Saint Vincent offense. The Bison still were unable to outscore the Bearcats in a 2-0 loss.

GREG PAYAN
WSOC Bash(es) Jackets

September 28, 2024

Sophomore Brionna Bash scored a pair of first-half goals as the Bethany College women’s soccer team claimed its first Presidents’ Athletic Conference win of the season, beating Waynesburg, 2-1, Saturday on Bison Stadium. 

Bethany Offense Outpaced in PAC Opener
Bethany Offense Outpaced in PAC Opener

September 25, 2024

The Bethany Bison kicked off Presidents Athletic Conference action with the Grove City Wolverines.

Ruiz Named PAC Defensive POW
Ruiz Named PAC Defensive POW

September 23, 2024

Bethany College freshman goalkeeper Mathelyn Ruiz has been honored by the Presidents’ Athletic Conference for her standout performance Saturday, the league announced today (Monday, September 23, 2024).