In its first game as the No. 11 team in the nation, Temple was shutout by Delaware 2-0.

It was a game where the team was “one step behind,” according to coach Amanda Janney, and one where the Owls didn’t start making a push until the very end.

“We waited until the last minute to start to play hard and push,” Janney said following Friday night’s loss.  “Our team did a really good job to take over the game by the end, but by then it was too late. We learned and tomorrow we need to come out right away.”

Tomorrow has arrived and the Owls will have a chance to bounce back against Monmouth, a team that has struggled coming out of the gate.

Monmouth has yet to earn a win this season, opening up with an 0-3 record. Heading into Saturday afternoon’s game at Geasey Field, the Hawks have been outscored by opponents 11-4.

Defense and goalkeeping have been strengths for Temple, with the Owls holding their opponents to an average of two goals per game and redshirt junior goalkeeper Lizzy Millen posting a .815 save percentage.

Offense is a bit of a concern, though. Temple has been outshot by its opponents in each game since they beat Ohio State 4-1 on Aug. 31.

The Owls have been able to capitalize on fewer scoring opportunities, but it didn’t work for them on Friday night.

Monmouth is allowing an average of 3.67 goals per game after their first three games, so Saturday could be a good opportunity for the Owls to adjust and start putting on more offensive pressure.