Home Opener Hurrah!

Our first home game was a blast! It was great to see all of our fans in the stands cheering on the black and gold. Although we went down late in the second half, the game overall was a success in our journey toward greatness. The game consisted of many memorable moments from lots of players. Our possession was looking great and the chances we had going to goal looked even better! We are looking forward to continuing our ascend in the next coming game days!

                  

SAINT PETER, Minn. – The Gustavus women’s soccer team was unable to hold on to a one-goal lead Saturday afternoon at the Gustie Soccer Field as Luther scored two unanswered goals late in the second period for a 2-1 decision. The Gusties are now 0-3 overall while the Norse improve to 1-2.

Katie Ashpole (Jr., Chaska, Minn.) gave the Gusties a 1-0 advantage at the 19:36 mark in the first period, assisted by Judith Hepburn (Sr., North Pole, Alaska), and the home team carried the one-goal lead into halftime. Shots were an even 7-7 at the break.

Luther netted the equalizer in the 78th minute, finding the top right corner of the net from a shot in the 18-yard box. Seven minutes later the Gusties were whistled for a foul in the penalty box and the Norse took advantage with a penalty kick goal. The Black and Gold had a penalty kick opportunity to tie the game, but the Luther goalkeeper made a save to preserve the lead and eventually hold on for the win.

Luther outshot Gustavus 15-12 as Gustie keeper Ashley Becker (Sr., Farmington, Minn.) made six saves. That moves her career total to 307 saves and Becker is now two saves shy of setting a new program record.