RICHMOND, Va. – The Richmond Ivy endured a 1-0 road loss against Virginia Beach United in USL W League action on Saturday at Virginia Beach Sports Complex. An early 9th-minute goal from the opposing side proved to be the only offense of the evening, and the Ivy could not find an equalizer despite late pressure.
Breaking Down The Action
- Richmond opened Saturday’s game with momentum from a 4th-minute corner, but were unable to convert.
- A 9th-minute outside-the-box shot from Virginia Beach United found the back of the net, giving the team a 1-0 lead.
- The Ivy recorded a pair of shots on goal in the 24th minute – but failed to find the back of the net.
- Virginia Beach United led Richmond Ivy 1-0 at halftime.
- Maci Landel entered for Jazmin Jackson at halftime.
- Sunniyah Tucker and Jurnee Durrett-Finney entered in for Taylor Shell and Keria McCloskey in the 68th minute.
- The Ivy battled in the second half, but Virginia Beach United held the lead.
- Richmond Ivy were defeated by Virginia Beach United 1-0.
Notable Numbers
- 3: 2026 marks the club’s third season, playing their inaugural campaign in 2024.
- 4: The Ivy now hold a 4-8-2 record all-time away from City Stadium
- 4: Saturday marked Richmond’s fifth match of the season and third on the road.
- 5: Saturday marked the fifth match between Richmond Ivy and VA Beach all-time.
- 6: Six different players have scored for the Ivy as Jill Flammia, Jazmin Jackson, Maci Landel, Ava Marvin, Olivia Woodson and Sunniyah Tucker have each found the back of the net this season.through four games.
Series History
- With the result, Richmond now holds a 3-2-0 record against VA Beach United FC all-time.
- The two clubs last faced each other on May 26, 2026, with the match ending in a 1-0 victory for the Ivy.
Up Next The Ivy return to City Stadium, facing Annapolis Blues FC for Pride Night at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 4. Get your tickets today at RichmondIvy.com and follow all of the action live @RichmondIvysc on Instagram, Facebook and X (Twitter).
