NEW YORK — Sophomore Sophie Rockefeller recorded her first goal of the season in Columbia's 3-1 loss to Virginia Commonwealth University on Sunday. The Lions move to 1-3 on the year while VCU moves to 3-2.

The Rams struck early, moving to 1-0 off the stick of Jaimie McCormick at 2:35. VCU extended its lead in the second quarter, when Litiana Field found the backboard at 27:04.

VCU scored for the final time at 51:00.

Undeterred, Columbia forged forward. Rockefeller spoiled the Rams' shutout in the 58th minute, scoring off a pass from junior captain Maya Walker.

In goal, Katie Wimmer earned her fourth start of the year, turning away five shots.

Columbia returns home on Saturday, September 17 for a 1:00 p.m. match against the Wagner Seahawks.

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