Mary Baldwin University ended its 2026 season with a 1-0 loss to Southern Virginia University.
The Fighting Squirrels and Knights played to a scoreless draw through the first 42 minutes, but Southern Virginia controlled possession and recorded eight shots in the first half while Mary Baldwin was unable to attempt a shot.
In the 43rd minute, Mark Grimmer scored to give the Knights a 1-0 lead just before halftime.
Southern Virginia continued its defensive pressure in the second half, holding Mary Baldwin to just two shots after the break to preserve the shutout.
Mary Baldwin's senior goalkeeper, Preston Benley kept the Fighting Squirrels in the game with 10 saves.
The Fighting Squirrels finished the season with a 4-10-1 record, earning two more wins than they did during the 2025 season.
