Late scoring surge propels women’s soccer to season-opening draw at W&J

The Muskingum women's soccer team scored two goals in the final seven minutes of the game to secure a 3-3 draw against Washington & Jefferson in its season-opening game on Thursday evening.

 The Basics

• Records: Muskingum (0-0-1), Washington & Jefferson (0-0-1)
• Location: Alexandre Stadium, Washington, Pa.
• Attendance: 86

Notable

• The contest marked the season-opener for the Muskies.

 How it happened

• The Presidents struck first with a goal from Maddie Dittrich off an assist from Courtney Actis and Sarah Schneider in the 35th minute to take a 1-0 lead heading into the break.
• However, Muskingum was able to tie things up in the 47th minute with a goal from freshman Britney Herrick who was assisted by freshman Hannah Ritchie.
• W&J recaptured its lead by scoring back-to-back goals within 10 minutes of each other claiming a 3-1 edge.
• Sophomore Morgan Meisel trimmed the Muskie deficit to 3-2 on a strike in the 83rd minute.
• Muskingum tied the outing at three in the 86th minute when Meisel converted on a penalty kick. The PK was awarded after a foul in the box was called on the Presidents. 

Inside the Numbers

• Washington & Jefferson ended the outing with a 15-6 edge in shots and a 5-1 nod in corner kicks.
• Sophomore Morgan Meisel led the Muskies with a game-high four shots and two goals.
• Freshman Britney Herrick added a strike and a goal.
• Freshman Hannah Ritchie added a shot to round out the Muskie scoring efforts.
• Junior Goalkeeper Kelly Buck tallied five saves in 90 minutes of work for the Muskies.

 Up Next

• Muskingum is next in action on Sunday, September 4, when they host Olivet for their Parent Recognition game. Kick-off is slated for a 2 PM start.