Columbus, MS – Scots try to claw their way back from a deficit but are unable to get past the Mississippi University for Women Owls.
Jessica Steele led the Scots in shots, recording five attempts with two on target. Katelyn Balderas added three shots, while Emilee Simpson tallied two shots, with one on target. Lauren Couture also recorded a shot. Sydney Wolf started in goal for Lyon, making 11 saves.
Lyon College battled through a competitive first half against MUW, entering the break in a scoreless tie. The Scots created several offensive opportunities, with
Jessica Steele leading the attack and recording three shots, including an attempt that struck the right post in the 15th minute.
Katelyn Balderas added two shots as Lyon looked to break through against the Owls.
Emilee Simpson also contributed an attempt, while the Scots generated five corner kicks throughout the opening 45 minutes. Defensively, goalkeeper
Sydney Wolf made four saves to keep MUW off the scoreboard. Lyon remained organized under pressure and continued to look for scoring chances as the half progressed. Despite multiple attempts to take the lead, the Scots were unable to find the back of the net. Lyon and the Owls headed into halftime deadlocked at 0-0, setting up the second half.
The Scots looked to build on their scoreless first half against MUW but were unable to find the back of the net in the final 45 minutes. Lyon continued to create opportunities, with
Jessica Steele and
Katelyn Balderas among the players leading the offensive effort. The Scots recorded additional shots on goal as they searched for an equalizer, while goalkeeper
Sydney Wolf remained active in net to keep Lyon within reach. Despite the team's efforts, MUW broke through in the second half, scoring twice to take control of the match. Lyon continued competing through the final whistle but could not overcome the deficit. The Scots ultimately fell to the Owls, 2-0.
