Tiger Draw as Lions Mount a Two Score Comeback

SPRINGFIELD, OH - Wittenberg women's soccer ended their fifth match of the season with a draw against Mount St. Joseph at home on Wednesday, Sept. 10.

The match ended in a tie after the Tigers started the first half strong with an early goal by Sarah Deaton (Monroe, OH / Monroe) which was her fourth of the season. The next goal came from Abby Borland (Dayton, OH / Fairmont) which was assisted by Deaton at the 11:35 mark in the first half, giving the Tigers a 2-0 advantage. Wittenberg controlled the first half offensively, outshooting Mount St. Joseph 10-3.

The Lions rallied in the second half, scoring at the 56:59 mark to make it 2-1 before finding the equalizer in the final minute of regulation.

Despite each team controlling a half, neither side could come up with the game-winner. With the draw, the Tigers move to 1-1-3 on the season, while Mount St. Joseph sits at 1-2-1.

Team Comparison

· Wittenberg had 14 shots, four corner kicks, three saves, and eight fouls.

· Mount St. Joseph had seven shots, five corner kicks, six saves, and nine fouls

Team Leaders

· Deaton recorded four shots, three on goal, one goal, and an assist to lead the team.

· Alex Hill (Powell, OH / Olentangy Liberty) recorded three shots on goal.

· Borland recorded one goal

Up Next

The Tigers will be back in action on Saturday, Sept. 13. It will be their third away game of the season, taking on Adrian at 7 p.m.

                                                                                                                                                              Story written by: Luke Thomas