TIGERS FALLS 2-1 VERSUS WARRIORS ON THE ROAD
Fremont, Neb. – After a long battle, Dakota Wesleyan University women's soccer team suffers a 2-1 loss versus Midland University on Saturday.
Quick Stats
Score:
DWU 1 – Midland 2
Record:
DWU 3-10-1 (1-9-0 GPAC)
Midland 8-4-4 (6-2-2 GPAC)
How it Happened
Midland attacks early offensively with two shots on goal, but Tiger goalkeeper, Isabella Gregg was able to protect the net to record two saves by the 20th minute. The Warriors keep the momentum by scoring the first goal of the game in the 24th minute for the 1-0 lead in the first half.
Beginning the second period, Midland looks to continue their offensive momentum by scoring in the 53rd minute to up their lead by 2-0.
Though, the Tigers continue to fight for a chance as Bailey Nester finds the back of the net in the 67th minute. After a long back and forth battle, the Warriors secures the 2-1 home victory with 14 shots and 9 shots on goal.
Tiger goalkeeper Isabella Gregg finishes the match with seven saves, while Bailey Nester kept the Tigers in the game by finding the back of the net.
Hakari's Thoughts
"Once again proud of the girls. Midland is a top team in the conference, and we played very well against them. They didn't score any goals during the run of play, only off corners. We dominated in possession. Even though the loss hurts, this is more proof of the steady improvement of this squad as we are now competing with top teams in the conference".
Up Next
The Tigers return home to face in conference matchup against Jamestown at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, October 26th at the Pepsi-Cola Soccer Complex in Mitchell, S.D.
