Bane's early goal helps Maryland earn first Big Ten win

Lilly Bane scored 31 seconds into the match and later assisted Lisa McIntyre as Maryland defeated Northwestern 2–1 Sunday at Ludwig Field for its first Big Ten women's soccer win of the season.

Jolie Farmer set up Bane's opening goal. McIntyre doubled the lead at 57:48, with both Maryland scorers recording their first goals of the season.

Holland Carey answered for Northwestern at 68:09. Faith Luckey finished with seven saves, including one in the 84th minute, to protect Maryland's lead.

The Terps improved to 4–8–2 overall and 1–6–1 in conference play. They close their home schedule against Iowa on Oct. 16 at 7 p.m.