HILLSIDE, NJ – Two goals in a nine-minute span early in the first half as the New Jersey Institute of Technology Highlanders defeated Hampton University 3-0 on Sunday afternoon.

Nicole Baldassini scored on a penalty kick at the 8:14 mark and then assisted on the second goal to Jennifer Callaghan at 17:38 as the hosts jumped out to a 2-0 lead.  

Hampton held NJIT in check throughout the remainder of the game until with 19 seconds left Briana Hackos scored a breakaway goal for the final 3-0 margin.  NJIT outshot Hampton 21-8 in the game.

The Lady Pirates return home for two games this week starting on Tuesday at 1pm against the University of Mount Olive. 

For more information on Hampton University women's soccer, please contact the Office of Sports Information at 757-727-5757 or visit the official Pirates website at www.hamptonpirates.com.