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Bulldogs edge out Hornets in overtime victory, 2-1
8/16/2019 3:46:00 PM | Women's Soccer
SACRAMENTO – The Fresno State women's soccer team wrapped up preseason with a 2-1 overtime victory over Sacramento State in an exhibition match, Friday afternoon at Hornet Soccer Field. Senior Melissa Ellis scored the game-winning goal in the 102nd minute to propel the Bulldogs to victory.
"We are happy about the spirit we started and ultimately finished the game with," head coach Brian Zwaschka said. "We had some things to work through in the second half, but overall it was another great learning experience for this group and to experience an overtime scenario may prove invaluable in the coming weeks as well. Everyone that was fully healthy got minutes, so we have another good basis for future selections as well."
Ele Avery, Lorena Montanes, Emma Chivers, Robyn McCarthy, Mariona Segales, Tori Nicolo, Megan Amick, Shantay Tamez, Bailee Kern, and Audrey Reyna chalked the start for the Bulldogs, with Milena Zink in goal.
FIRST HALF
Sophomore Lorena Montanes found the back of the net for the first time as a Bulldog in the 17th minute, to give the 'Dogs a 1-0 advantage over the Hornets.
Fresno State outshot Sacramento State 7-4 during the first 45 minutes and recorded more corner kicks, 5-2. Zink grabbed one save in the half.
SECOND HALF
Sacramento State knotted the match 1-1 when Samantha Craig scored in the 62nd minute. The Hornets held the momentum on offense, but the 'Dogs played a strong defense to send the match into overtime.
Sacramento State owned the advantage in shots, 6-1 during the second half. Briana O'Dell subbed in for the 'Dogs in goal. Zink and O'Dell both recorded one save apiece.
Alex Best subbed in during the 82nd minute, playing goalkeeper for Fresno State for the remainder of the game.
OVERTIME
Neither team was able to find the back of the net in the first overtime period. Fresno State outshot Sacramento State, 2-0 and owned a 2-0 advantage in corner kicks. The Hornet goalie chalked a save to send the game into double overtime.
DOUBLE OVERTIME
Ellis locked in the victory for the 'Dogs with an unassisted goal in the 102nd minute, ending Fresno State's first overtime match of the season.
FINAL STATS
Fresno State owned the advantage in shots (11-10) and corner kicks (8-2). Both teams recorded three saves apiece.
WHAT'S NEXT
The Bulldogs return home on Aug. 22 to host Oregon at the Soccer and Lacrosse Stadium at 7 p.m. PT.
Admission and parking to all Fresno State women's soccer games are free of charge.
"Fresno State Athletics: The Pride of the Valley"Â - The Bulldog Foundation creates championship experiences for Fresno State student-athletes as they strive for excellence in the classroom, in competition, and in life. To become a BDF member, please call 559-278-7160
"We are happy about the spirit we started and ultimately finished the game with," head coach Brian Zwaschka said. "We had some things to work through in the second half, but overall it was another great learning experience for this group and to experience an overtime scenario may prove invaluable in the coming weeks as well. Everyone that was fully healthy got minutes, so we have another good basis for future selections as well."
Ele Avery, Lorena Montanes, Emma Chivers, Robyn McCarthy, Mariona Segales, Tori Nicolo, Megan Amick, Shantay Tamez, Bailee Kern, and Audrey Reyna chalked the start for the Bulldogs, with Milena Zink in goal.
FIRST HALF
Sophomore Lorena Montanes found the back of the net for the first time as a Bulldog in the 17th minute, to give the 'Dogs a 1-0 advantage over the Hornets.
Fresno State outshot Sacramento State 7-4 during the first 45 minutes and recorded more corner kicks, 5-2. Zink grabbed one save in the half.
SECOND HALF
Sacramento State knotted the match 1-1 when Samantha Craig scored in the 62nd minute. The Hornets held the momentum on offense, but the 'Dogs played a strong defense to send the match into overtime.
Sacramento State owned the advantage in shots, 6-1 during the second half. Briana O'Dell subbed in for the 'Dogs in goal. Zink and O'Dell both recorded one save apiece.
Alex Best subbed in during the 82nd minute, playing goalkeeper for Fresno State for the remainder of the game.
OVERTIME
Neither team was able to find the back of the net in the first overtime period. Fresno State outshot Sacramento State, 2-0 and owned a 2-0 advantage in corner kicks. The Hornet goalie chalked a save to send the game into double overtime.
DOUBLE OVERTIME
Ellis locked in the victory for the 'Dogs with an unassisted goal in the 102nd minute, ending Fresno State's first overtime match of the season.
FINAL STATS
Fresno State owned the advantage in shots (11-10) and corner kicks (8-2). Both teams recorded three saves apiece.
WHAT'S NEXT
The Bulldogs return home on Aug. 22 to host Oregon at the Soccer and Lacrosse Stadium at 7 p.m. PT.
Admission and parking to all Fresno State women's soccer games are free of charge.
"Fresno State Athletics: The Pride of the Valley"Â - The Bulldog Foundation creates championship experiences for Fresno State student-athletes as they strive for excellence in the classroom, in competition, and in life. To become a BDF member, please call 559-278-7160
Team Stats
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SS
Goals
2
1
Shots
11
10
Shots on Goal
5
4
Saves
3
3
Corners
8
2
Fouls
14
17
Scoring Plays
MONTANES, Lorena (1)
GOAL by FS MONTANES, Lorena (FIRST GOAL), goal number 1 for season.
16:32
Craig, Samantha (1)
Assisted By: Sosa, Erika
GOAL by SS Craig, Samantha, Assist by Sosa, Erika, goal number 1 for season.
61:25
ELLIS, Melissa (1)
GOAL by FS ELLIS, Melissa, goal number 1 for season.
101:10
Game Leaders
Shots
2
SOG
1
Goals
1
Assists
0
Shots
1
SOG
1
Goals
1
Assists
0
Shots
1
SOG
0
Goals
0
Assists
0
Players Mentioned
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