NEW ULM, Minn. – The University of Minnesota Morris women's soccer team fell 3-1 to Martin Luther College in Upper Midwest Athletic Conference play Saturday evening in New Ulm, Minn.
It was an even battle early, with neither team recording a shot in the first 10 minutes.
Ashlynn Pollreisz recorded the first shot of the game, but it was saved. Another 10 minutes passed without a shot before
Brianna Ganske recorded her first attempt. Less than a minute later,
Malia Totoris fired a shot from deep that sailed over the goalkeeper and into the back corner of the net for the opening goal. Two minutes later, the Knights drew level with a goal off a rebound and added another before halftime to take a 2-1 lead into the break.
Mackenzie Dolata kept the game within reach with a handful of saves early in the second half. Midway through the half, the Cougars earned a free kick deep in MLC territory. Totoris sent a cross into the box, creating a scramble, but the Knights were able to clear the ball. MLC added another goal after getting in front of a clearance to secure the 3-1 win.
Totoris scored her second goal of the season, while Pollreisz recorded her second point of the season with an assist. The Cougars tallied nine shots, with five on target. Totoris led the team with four shots, including two on goal.
CJ Frear-Boerner started in goal and made one save in 29 minutes of action. Dolata played the final 61 minutes, making six saves.
The Cougars continue their road trip Tuesday with a 7 p.m. game against Crown College.
