The Gaels went down 1-0 just 10 minutes into the game. Amanda Norris.

Saturday was the Gaels’ first McCaw Cup appearance since 2013. Amanda Norris

Western goaltender Carmen Lasis was awarded the game MVP in her shutout performance. Amanda Norris

Stephanie Pascal made 28 saves in the loss. Amanda Norris

Hailey Wilson looks on as Western celebrates at the end of the game. Amanda Norris

The Gaels are seeded eighth going into this weekend’s U Sports Championships. Amanda Norris

Forward Taylor Hicks shakes hands with Western at the end of the game. Amanda Norris