<body><div><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=3rFece_0wEQPUXo00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=3rFece_0wEQPUXo00" width="800" height="450" >The Rhode Island Rams suffered a setback in their bid for a postseason spot, losing 2-1 to Massachusetts on Senior Night. The Rams started strong with a goal in the 17th minute but couldn't maintain their lead despite outshooting UMass 20-8. UMass responded with two goals, one in each half, sealing the win and pushing Rhode Island down to 11th place in the Atlantic 10 standings with just two league matches remaining.<ul><li>Rhode Island had 20 shots compared to UMass's 8.</li><li>This marked URI's first loss when scoring first (7-0-2 record prior).</li><li>Keegan Walker's goal was his first of the season, following eight goals in two years at Green Bay.</li><li>Rhode Island took 12 corner kicks while UMass managed just 2.</li></ul>State of Play<ul><li>Rhode Island's loss eliminated them from playoff contention at 11th in Atlantic 10.</li><li>With two matches left, they need to overcome St. Bonaventure and Dayton, who have 8 points.</li></ul>The Rams will have one week to regroup before facing Saint Joseph's, needing a win to keep their slim postseason hopes alive. They must focus on improving their finishing and defense to turn around their current fortunes.Bottom LineRhode Island's failure to capitalize on their early lead highlights a critical need for better execution in key moments as they head into their final matches. Their postseason aspirations hinge on their ability to secure victories in remaining games.</div></body>

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Rams Fall Short to UMass on Senior Night, Impacting Postseason

The Rhode Island Rams suffered a setback in their bid for a postseason spot, losing 2-1 to Massachusetts on Senior Night. The Rams started strong with a goal in the 17th minute but couldn't maintain their lead despite outshooting UMass 20-8. UMass responded with two goals, one in each half, sealing the win and pushing Rhode Island down to 11th place in the Atlantic 10 standings with just two league matches remaining.