CALEDONIA, Mich. — The Panthers picked up a pair of road victories last week, defeating Ferris State 2-1 on Friday before earning a 2-1 win over Saginaw Valley State on Sunday. The victory over the Cardinals marked Davenport's first win over Saginaw Valley since 2023. The Panthers now hit the road for two more GLIAC matchups, facing No. 5 Grand Valley State on Friday, Oct. 16, at 5:30 p.m. before traveling to Parkside on Sunday, Oct. 18, at 1 p.m.
Davenport rallied in the second half against Ferris State, with Natalie Vance opening the scoring in the 57th minute off an assist from Laney Carlson. Vance later turned playmaker, setting up Isabella Workman's game-winning goal in the 82nd minute. Despite being outshot 19-5, the Panthers made the most of their opportunities, while Elizabeth Wolter recorded eight saves to help preserve the victory.
The Panthers carried that momentum into Sunday's matchup at Saginaw Valley State, scoring twice in the first half before holding off the Cardinals' second-half pressure. Workman opened the scoring off assists from Madison Fant and Audrey Muterspaugh before Ellary Laverty found the net off a pass from Autumn Wakefield. Saginaw Valley finished with a 24-3 advantage in shots, but Wolter made eight saves, including five after halftime, as Davenport protected its lead to secure the historic win.
Davenport enters the week at 7-3-3 overall and 5-3-1 in GLIAC play, riding a three-game winning streak into Friday's rematch with Grand Valley State. Workman has scored in two consecutive games, while Wolter has recorded 16 saves across the two victories. The Panthers previously fell 3-0 to the Lakers on Oct. 2, recording six shots in the matchup. Davenport will look to build on its recent offensive production and defensive resilience before closing the weekend against Parkside.
Scouting the Opponents
Grand Valley State
About the Lakers
- No. 5 Grand Valley State enters the week at 8-2-3 overall and 6-1-2 in GLIAC play after drawing 1-1 with Parkside and falling 3-1 to Wayne State last week, suffering its first conference loss of the season.
- The Lakers defeated Davenport 3-0 on Oct. 2, scoring twice in the first half before adding a goal in the 89th minute.
- Grand Valley State has multiple scoring threats, led by Vesna Dennison with six goals. Ava Kozak has contributed four goals and four assists, while Sonya Mehta also has four goals and leads the Lakers with 21 shots on goal.
- Macie Hunter has started all 13 matches in goal, recording 25 saves and a .735 save percentage. She has allowed nine goals while posting an 8-2-3 record.
Parkside
About the Rangers
- Parkside enters the week at 6-4-3 overall and 4-3-1 in GLIAC play after earning a 2-1 victory over Ferris State and battling No. 5 Grand Valley State to a 1-1 draw last week.
- Parkside holds a 4-3-6 advantage in the all-time series against Davenport, with the teams' last meeting coming on Nov. 8, 2025, when the Rangers earned a 3-1 victory.
- Junior Ava Rizzitano leads Parkside with six goals and 14 points, putting 20 shots on goal through 12 matches. Senior Kate Brown has been a key playmaker for the Rangers, recording a team-high seven assists to go with two goals.
- Lindsey Ferrara has been Parkside's primary goalkeeper, starting 12 matches and recording 36 saves with a .735 save percentage. She has allowed 13 goals while posting a 6-4-2 record and four shutouts.
- Head coach Brittany Nikolic is in her 11th season leading the Rangers in 2026. She guided Parkside to a program-best 9-4-1 GLIAC record and a second-place conference finish in 2025.
Live Coverage
Friday, October 16 vs. Grand Valley State (5:30 PM) - Live Video (FloSports) -
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Sunday, October 18 vs. Parkside (1 PM) - Live Video (FloSports) -
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