With this victory, EWU improves to 11-4-1 overall and 5-0-1 in the conference. It also marks the longest unbeaten streak at home in program with six games in a row, the most since the 2015 season. The Eagles have stayed unbeaten for eight games which ties the record for the second longest unbeaten streak in program history and ties for the longest unbeaten streak in Big Sky competition.

"Today was a complete performance from back to front. I really liked how we continued to score late into the second half. There were chances that we could've put in, but to score a goal late in the first half and score two in the second half is something I'm proud of, we kept the motor going," said head coach Chad Bodnar. "Overall, it was a good performance, the weather held up for us which was nice, we could put the ball down and play. I thought our kids played well today and they continue to gel and get better."

The first shot on goal was in the 20th minute from senior forward Chloe Williams with a save by Abbie Faingold. Nine minutes later, Delaney Romero took another shot on goal, but could not notch it in.

In the 36th minute, Jenny Chavez scored her sixth goal of the season after M'Kenna Hayes dished it to her in the box on a set piece, giving the Eagles in a 1-0 lead.

Chavez tried to score one more time before the end of the half with a shot on goal, but Faingold came up with another save.

Going into halftime, EWU held a 1-0 lead and were outshooting Portland State 8-0.

Within two minutes of the second half, Williams scored a goal after dribbling around defenders in the box, extending Eastern's lead to 2-0. With this goal, Williams tied the Big Sky Record in career goals with 39 total. She is now tied with Amanda Ellsworth (2011-14) from Idaho State.

Eastern's backline held strong as it took until the 51st minute when Portland State had their first shot of the game from Rachel Michieli.

In the 71st minute, Aimie Inthoulay scored her third goal of the season after Allison Raniere passed it to Hayes who headed it to Inthoulay for the score, sealing the 3-0 victory for the Eagles.

In net for EWU was senior Emily Busselman with her record improving to 9-1-1 and collects her fifth shutout this season.

For the Vikings, it was Faingold who collected seven saves on the day and falls to 7-7-0 overall.

Eastern outshot PSU 25-2, marking the 16th game in a row that EWU has outshot their opponent.

Win-Loss Record
The Eagles improve to 11-4-1 overall and 5-0-1 in the conference. With the win, EWU extends their lead in the conference as Portland State was only one point behind prior to this matchup.

Portland State falls to 7-7-0 overall and now 4-2 in the conference. Eastern improves their overall series against PSU 7-12-2. Head coach Chad Bodnar is now 2-1-1 against the Vikings.

What it Means
Eastern Washington is the only team left in the Big Sky Conference to remain undefeated and has extended their lead in first place.

The Eagles extend their record to 8-1-1 at home this year, along with marking their longest unbeaten streak at home in program history with six games in a row.

EWU hasn't lost since Sept. 10, making it eight games unbeaten for the Eagles. It is currently tied for the second longest unbeaten streak in program history and tied for the longest unbeaten streak in Big Sky play.

Keys to the Game
Eastern Washington did not allow any shots from Portland State in the first half of the game and ended up only allowing two total. The Eagles on the other hand were aggressive offensively with 25 shots.

EWU never gave PSU a chance to lead the game as Eastern scored in the first half and kept their lead from there.

The Eagles outshot the Vikings 25-2, marking the 16th game in a row that they have outshot their opponent.

Top Performers
Chloe Williams led the team in shots with six and three of those were on goal. She was able to notch a goal in the second half to bring Eastern's lead to 2-0.

M'Kenna Hayes tallied two assists in the game while also taking a shot on goal. This marked the second time in her career, and this season, that she dished two assists.

Jenny Chavez scored her sixth goal of the season and took five shots with two of those being on goal.

Aimie Inthoulay also scored for the Eagles with taking three shots and two on goal.

Notables
Chloe Williams tied the Big Sky Record in career goals with her goal today. She now has scored 39 goals and is tied with Amanda Ellsworth (2011-14) from Idaho State. Head coach Chad Bodnar's overall home record improves to 26-7-6 since he took over in 2014.

Bodnar Bites
On the Backline:  They've been a cohesive unit. They've been solid in conference play when it matters. It took us a little while to figure it out at the beginning of the season, but our backline plus Emily Busselman have been incredible. Again, it's collective defending from our front runners and the midfielders, and they work they put in defensively and with the ball. It's a credit to all of them.
 
On Chloe Williams Tying the Big Sky Scoring Record: I'm glad it's done, to be honest. I think it's been on her mind too much. It's not that she cares about it, but she wants to break it and she wants to be the best. She cares a lot more about her team winning. She celebrates just as hard when her teammates score as when she does. It's a huge credit to her, but we're glad it's done and we are going to move on and keep pushing and trying to focus on the next game because it's going to be a tough one on Sunday.
 
On Facing Montana Sunday: Montana is an athletic and well coached group. It's going to be a battle because it's a team that wants to be in the top as well because they're used to being in the top of the Big Sky. We're going to have to play well, and we're capable of beating anybody when we play well. We're excited, it's our next focus and it's one more on the path of where we want to go.
 
On an Eight-Match Unbeaten Streak: It feels good. We have a lot more work to do because there's a lot of season left. This is the expectation of our program, we want to keep getting better and continue to strive and move forward. I'm proud of them and we're going to reset tomorrow and get back and it because we have a big one on Sunday.

What's Next
The Eagles host their last home game against Montana this Sunday, Oct. 15. Ten seniors will be honored for Senior Day prior to the 1 p.m. game. EWU then will close out the regular season on the road against Idaho State, Weber State and Idaho. The Big Sky Conference Championship is set for Nov. 1-5 at the site of the regular season champion.