MINOT, N.D. – The Minot State women's soccer team jumped out to a 1-0 lead in the first half and used a three-goal performance in the second half, propelling the Beavers to a 4-0 victory over Sioux Falls.

The win improves Minot State to 4-4-1 (3-3 NSIC) on the season while the Cougars fall to 3-5-1 (2-3-1 NSIC).

The Beavers scored first off Sofia Lewis's team-leading fifth goal of the season in the 20^th minute. Haley Berryman was credited for the assist, her first of two on the day.

Freshman Jordyn Cook extended the Minot State lead to 2-0 in the 57^th minute to score her fourth goal of the season. Cook scored in the left side of the net off the rebound from a shot by Lewis. Lewis and Berryman recorded the assists.

In the 85^th minute, Berryman scored her third goal of the season on a breakaway goal off an assist from Emily Woods.

Sydnee Canales capped the scoring for Minot State in the 87^th minute. Canales scored her second goal of the season off a pass from Melanie Van Walstijn.

Goalkeeper Erin Rafferty recorded two saves while completing her fifth shutout of the season.

Minot State held a slim 13-11 advantage in shots over the Cougars.

Minot State's Ashley Hunter was given a yellow card in the 81^st minute.

Minot State hosts Southwest Minnesota State tomorrow at 1 p.m. at Herb Parker Stadium.