Tigerville, S.C.- The King University women's soccer team earned a hard-fought 1-1 draw against North Greenville University in Conference Carolinas action at Pepsi Stadium in Tigerville, S.C. On a cool evening with 50 fans in attendance, the Tornado showed grit, coming from behind to secure a valuable road point.
Game Recap:
North Greenville struck first late in the opening half, with Brookelynn Vanderkallen finding the net in the 43rd minute off an assist from Isabella Gyurich. Trailing 1-0 at halftime, King regrouped defensively and pushed forward in search of an equalizer. The breakthrough came in the 77th minute when
Ella Froehlich scored for the Tornado, assisted by
Mia Van Groningen Dack, leveling the match at 1-1.
Both teams battled through a tense final stretch, but strong goalkeeping and organized defending saw the score remain tied at the final whistle.
King Highlights:
- Ella Froehlich led the Tornado attack with 5 shots (2 on goal), scoring the crucial equalizer.
- Mia Van Groningen Dack provided the assist on King's lone goal and added a shot of her own.
- Goalkeeper Susan Schaaf delivered a stellar performance, making 8 saves to keep King in the match.
- The Tornado fired 15 shots, with 6 on target, and earned a corner kick.
- Defenders Makenzie Simmons and Sophia Zary each contributed shots on goal, while the King backline held firm against 30 NGU shots.
Statistical Leaders:
- Shots: Froehlich 5, Hart 2, Chase 2
- Saves: Schaaf 8
- Fouls: King 8, North Greenville 12
- Corners: King 1, North Greenville 5
Up Next:
The Tornado return home to Bristol for Senior Day, hosting Shorter on Saturday, October 3, at 1:00 PM.
