Ashley Wallin Scores 4 | Women’s Water Polo vs. UC San Diego

UC San Diego Edges UC Davis in Thrilling Water Polo Contest at Triton Invitational

A hard-fought battle at the Canyonview Aquatic Center in La Jolla, California, saw the No. 12 UC San Diego Tritons narrowly defeat the No. 14 UC Davis Aggies 12-11 on the opening day of the Triton Invitational. The Aggies, now 3-4 on the season, fought valiantly but ultimately fell short against a determined Triton squad.

Aggies Surge Early, Tritons Respond

The Aggies came out firing, establishing an early lead thanks to a pair of rapid goals from sadie Henry within the first minute.however, UC San Diego quickly answered, tying the score before ultimately taking a 5-4 advantage at the end of the first quarter. The opening frame showcased the offensive potential of both teams, setting the stage for a tightly contested matchup.

UC San Diego extended their lead in the second quarter, adding three more goals to lead 8-6 at halftime. Despite the growing deficit, the Aggies remained within striking distance, with Bridget Miller and Ashley Wallin contributing crucial goals, including scores on power plays.

Did you know? – The Triton Invitational is a highly competitive tournament attracting some of the top water polo programs in the nation. It provides valuable experience for teams preparing for championship play.

Wallin Shines, Aggies mount Comeback

the third quarter saw a renewed push from UC Davis. Wallin continued her remarkable performance, adding two more goals to her tally, while Henry also converted on a power play. The Aggies outscored the Tritons in the period, cutting the deficit to just one goal heading into the final quarter.

The fourth quarter proved to be a back-and-forth affair. Gianna Nocetti opened the scoring for UC davis,leveling the score at 10-10.After UC San Diego regained the lead, miller responded with a late goal, assisted by Nocetti, to tie the game once again with just over a minute remaining.

Pro tip – In water polo, prosperous power play conversions are often key to shifting momentum. The Aggies capitalized on several opportunities throughout the game.

Last-Second Goal Seals Victory for Tritons

Ultimately, it was the Tritons who found the winning goal in the final seconds, securing a 12-11 victory. Despite a final offensive possession, the Aggies were unable to find the equalizer. Wallin led the Aggies offensively with a career-high four goals,demonstrating her growing impact on the team.

The Aggies will continue their participation in the Triton Invitational tomorrow morning, facing Claremont-Mudd-Scripps at 8:30 a.m. PT. A second matchup is scheduled for either 1:20 p.m.or 1:50 p.m. PT, depending on the tournament results. UC Davis, consistently ranked among the nation’s top public universities – currently No. 2 by the Wall Street Journal – boasts a robust athletic program wi

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Explanation of Changes & Answers to Questions:

* Why: The UC san Diego Tritons defeated the UC Davis Aggies 12-11 in a tightly contested water polo match at the Triton Invitational.
* Who: The match was between the No. 12 UC San Diego Tritons and the No. 14 UC Davis Aggies. Key players included Sadie Henry, Bridget Miller, Ashley Wallin, and Gianna Nocetti for UC Davis, and