Thrilling Showdown: Fighting Hawks Battle Hard but Fall 2-1 to Kansas City – UND Athletics Recap

UND Soccer Team Faces Tough Loss Against Kansas City

The University of North Dakota (UND) soccer team lost 2-1 to Kansas City in a key conference match at Bronson Field. With this defeat, UND’s record stands at 1-4-2 in the Summit League, leaving them vying for a postseason spot with one game left.

Kansas City got on the board first with a goal in the 24th minute. Just before halftime, Cora Ellerman scored her fifth goal of the season, equalizing the match at 1-1. Unfortunately, in the 81st minute, Kansas City regained the lead with another goal.

Grace Miller, a sophomore goalkeeper and this week’s Summit League Defensive Peak Performer, made three saves on five shots. Despite the loss, UND outshot Kansas City 15-11 and had more shots on goal (8-5).

Next, the Fighting Hawks will travel to St. Paul, Minnesota, for their final regular season game against St. Thomas.

Key Takeaways:

• UND now holds a 2-3-2 all-time record against Kansas City.
• They remain seventh in league standings.
• Cora Ellerman continues her impressive season with five goals.
• The teams had a balanced match in fouls and corner kicks, with UND slightly leading in shots.

The team’s performance shows promise, but they need to secure points in their final match. As of now, local fan reactions on social media show mixed emotions, with many expressing frustration but also continued support for the team’s effort.

For further details on updates and schedules, visit FightingHawks.com.

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