WHITEWATER, Wis. - Ripon began Thursday's game on the right foot, as it appeared that they may win their first game of the year after Price Ward gave them a 1-0 lead just four minutes into the game at UW-Whitewater (6-2-1). Those hopes were dashed however, as the Red Hawks (0-9) fell once again, 2-1.

Ward was the only person on either team to score in the first half, scoring his fourth goal of the season on a pass from Roger Gardea. That goal turned out to be Ripon's only shot all game. UW-Whitewater on the other hand, was able to get 23 shots off, including 16 in the second half.

UW-Whitewater waited until the second period to score their first goal, coming in the 50th minute on a goal by Tim Cotter. Just thirty seconds later, Cotter would find the back of the net once again for his sixth goal of the season, which turned out to be the game-winner.

Ripon's next contest will be Wednesday against conference foe St. Norbert. Gametime is scheduled for 4:00 p.m. and will be preceded by the women's contest against the Green Knights.