The University of Scranton women's soccer team battled Susquehanna University to a 1-1 draw in the Landmark Conference opener for both teams Saturday afternoon at Weiss Field.
The Basics
- Final Score: Scranton - 1, Susquehanna - 1
- Records: Scranton (4-1-3, 0-0-1), Susquehanna (7-1-1, 0-0-1)
How It Happened
- Natalia Dobush gave the Royals a 1-0 lead in the 10th minute, crashing the goal to put home the rebound after Alexis Ocasio's well-struck free kick from 25 yards out clanked off the crossbar, for her fifth goal of the season.
- Susquehanna answered in the 59th minute when Amelia Kopp scored to even the match, her fourth goal of the year.
- Neither team could find a go-ahead goal over the final 31 minutes, as Scranton and Susquehanna played to a 1-1 draw.
Top Performers
- Natalia Dobush scored her fifth goal of the season for Scranton, extending her team lead.
- Alexis Ocasio picked up an assist on Dobush's goal for her team-best fourth of the season.
Team Stats
- Scranton held a 19-10 advantage in shots (7-3 on goal).
- Susquehanna's goalkeeper made 6 saves; Makenzie Van Arsdale made 2 for Scranton.
- Scranton held the edge in corner kicks, 8-2.
- Susquehanna was whistled for more fouls, 7-6.
Up Next
- Scranton will host NYU on Tuesday, Sept. 29 at 7:00 p.m. at Weiss Field.
