As they close a rigorous stretch of road matches, the Lobos opened the NAU Mountain Classic with a 2-0 victory over Grand Canyon University at Lumberjack Stadium.
After a quiet first half by both clubs, New Mexico announced its arrival in after the break, sparked by junior midfielder Casey Murphy’s goal in the 51st minute. Freshman defender Avadney Osbourne sent a cross which Murphy took advantage of by sending her lone shot of the day into the back of the net.
It was Murphy’s first goal of the year ,and Osbourne’s assist was the only one on the day for either club.