Bri Pugh tries to block a pass by Stanford’s Madeleine Thompson. The Cardinal defense had much success shutting down the Oregon attack and turning it around to counter in their 2-0 victory Sunday, October 30, 2011. (Jeff Matarrese/Oregon Daily Emerald)

Shanelle Simien pulls a quick turn on Stanford midfielder Kristy Zurmuhlen. Simien was nimble in the midfield, able to intercept passes and dribble through the Stanford defenders, but found it difficult to distribute to open strikers. (Jeff Matarrese/Oregon Daily Emerald)

Kelsey Foo and Achijah Berry cheer as the Ducks slide a shot just beyond the goal early in the first half. While Stanford dominated possession, Oregon had its opportunities but was unable to find enough support to put one in the net. (Jeff Matarrese/Oregon Daily Emerald)

Oregon’s Julie Armstrong is heavily defended as she dribbles through the midfield. Oregon seemed rushed at times through the middle, often giving Stanford an opportunity to shut down the Ducks’ offense. (Jeff Matarrese/Oregon Daily Emerald)

Senior goalkeeper Lindsay Parlee punches the ball out of the box. Oregon’s defense held up well to the no. 1 Stanford, but two mistakes in the back led to the 2-0 defeat. (Jeff Matarrese/Oregon Daily Emerald)

Oregon’s Bri Pugh loses an air contest with Camille Levin. Both teams were battling through the midfield for every possession until the final whistle. (Jeff Matarrese/Oregon Daily Emerald)

Stanford’s Camille Levin shields the ball from Oregon’s Maddy Mercier. While Oregon did have opportunities, the Cardinal were able to hold control and possession for most of their 2-0 victory. (Jeff Matarrese/Oregon Daily Emerald)

Stanford senior Lindsay Taylor is fouled on a mistimed tackle by Scout Libke. The game was quite physical throughout the midfield, though Stanford was able to slow the tempo and keep possession much better than Oregon on their way to a 2-0 victory. (Jeff Matarrese/Oregon Daily Emerald)