ST. PAUL, Minn. — Hamline University (3-4-6, 1-3-1) and the University of Wisconsin-River Falls (9-3-1, 1-1-0) played to a scoreless draw at Pat Paterson Field on Wednesday.

 

The first half between the Pipers and UW-River Falls commenced with both teams vying for control. UW-River Falls initiated early pressure, with Lexi Atkinson's shot in the fourth minute being saved by Hamline's goalkeeper Maddox Fergus. Despite a series of shots from UW-River Falls, including attempts by Sarah Wagner and Elizabeth Felty, Fergus maintained a solid defense. Hamline's Addyson Barrett tested UW-River Falls' Kiera Nelson in the 20th minute, but Nelson successfully kept the match scoreless.

 

The second half began with both Hamline and UW-River Falls seeking to break the scoreless deadlock. UW-River Falls pressed early with shots from Emery Bigler at 47:49 and Gabby Kempf shortly after, both saved by Hamline's goalkeeper, Fergus. Hamline's Ellie Nhean and Christin Broyles took shots at 51:24 and 74:21. Despite opportunities, including a corner kick and another attempt by Nhean at 87:51, the Pipers could not capitalize, resulting in a scoreless draw at the end of regulation.

 

Fergus delivered a solid performance in goal, recording four saves. Nhean attempted two shots, contributing to the team's offensive efforts. Barrett registered two shots, with one on target.

 

The Pipers will be on the road this Saturday, October 11 at Augsburg with kickoff starting at 7 PM.