MINOT, ND – Minot State and Augustana battled to a hard-fought 0-0 draw on Friday, October 4th, at Herb Parker Stadium. The Beavers played an aggressive game offensively, but despite their best efforts, they were unable to find the back of the net in front of their home crowd.
With the tie, Minot State moves to a 3-2-3 overall record and 1-2-2 in NSIC play, continuing to show their resilience and defensive strength as they navigate a tough conference schedule.
How it Happened: The Beavers were active on the attack throughout the match, recording an impressive 19 total shots, eight of which were on target. Minot State's forwards and midfielders consistently pressured the Vikings' back line, creating multiple opportunities to break the deadlock. However, Augustana's defense stood firm, successfully blocking and deflecting several attempts.
Meanwhile, the Beavers' defense held their own, limiting Augustana to just seven shots, only three of which were on goal. Goalkeeper Siriana Gudino was a standout for Minot State, making three crucial saves to secure the clean sheet and keep the Vikings off the scoreboard.
Coach's Comments
"Good game from us, one of our best performances this year as a team," said Head Coach T.J. Perez. "We fought in every moment together. The energy from the sideline to on the field was great. The final piece of putting a goal away—that also comes as a team. That being said, this was one of our best games for shots with 19. We keep going and we keep building! Sofia Galvez had a great game in the midfield breaking up the play and making hard tackles. Siriana Gudino got her 5th shutout. Some great saves today."
Game Notes:
- Siriana Gudino finished with three saves for the Beavers, shutting down the Vikings' limited offensive chances.
- Minot State tallied a total of eight shots on goal out of their 19 total attempts, showing their persistence in the attacking third.
- The Beavers controlled the pace of the game, keeping the Vikings' offense in check and dominating possession for long stretches.
Minot State will look to carry the momentum from this solid performance into their next NSIC contest as they continue their conference schedule, aiming to turn these opportunities into wins.
