The weather was a near-perfect 78 degrees and sunny, ideal for soccer as the Creighton Bluejays took the field against the Villanova Wildcats on Saturday afternoon.
With the stakes high and crucial conference points on the line, the Bluejays entered the match determined to build on their momentum, aware that each contest is critical as they fight to stay in contention for the Big East Tournament.
Villanova, winless in conference play but full of determination, arrived eager to turn their fortunes around. Yet, despite a spirited second-half response, Creighton prevailed 3-1, marking their second consecutive Big East win.