Box Score MARYVILLE, MO – Griffon Soccer opened MIAA play with a 1-1 draw at Northwest Missouri State. MWSU is now 3-1-1 on the season and 0-0-1 in MIAA play.

MWSU was able to create some opportunities with three corner kicks early in the first half. Northwest was able to strike first in the 21^st minute with a header by sophomore Cassie Phillips off a corner kick sent into the box. The Griffons responded quickly with a goal by Tara Russell.  She scored her first goal of the season in the 33^rd minute to tie the game, 1-1.

The second half was a defensive struggle with both teams only creating eight total shots. In overtime, Missouri Western had a majority of control creating five shots and pressuring the Bearcats defense. Goalkeeper Sarah Lyle had five saves on the night.

MWSU continues MIAA play heading to Lindenwood University on Sunday, Sept. 21 with a 1 p.m. start.