Spurgeon College, in their third game of the season, gave a courageous performance, battling against McPherson at the Central Bank Sporting Complex. The Lady Knights put on a strong competition, holding McPherson off for the first half. However, the final score was 2-0 in McPherson's favor.
 
How It Happened:
 
The match kicked off with goalkeeper Hannah Richardson for Spurgeon College and Elizabeth Scheuerman for McPherson in charge of the goal lines. The air was thick with tension as both teams prepared for the showdown. The first significant play of the game came with a shot from McPherson, but Hannah Richardson was quick with a save.
 
The first half was intense, with plenty of shots from both sides. Spurgeon's Aleah McBee had a couple of shots but was thwarted by McPherson's goalie. Hannah Richardson, Spurgeon's goalie, was equally impressive, maintaining a strong defense and saving multiple shots from McPherson.
 
The second half began with McPherson maintaining their momentum. However, Spurgeon College players showed great spirit and resilience. They held their lines, and despite the pressure, they kept pushing back. McPherson scored at 77:50. Despite the setback, the Knights didn't lose their spirit and continued to fight back. However, less than ten minutes later, McPherson scored again. As discouraging as McPherson's advantage was, the Knights continued to fight hard until the game was truly done. They may not have won the match, but they won the hearts of their fans with their spirited performance. We're excited to see how they gear up and come back stronger in their upcoming matches.
 
Highlights:

• Hannah Richardson was undoubtedly the standout player for Spurgeon College. Her exceptional performance in the goalbox was a highlight of the match. She showed great resilience and determination, saving 16 shots in total.
• Aleah McBee demonstrated great offensive skills and kept McPherson's defense on their toes. Her shots on goal were a threat to McPherson and kept their goalie busy throughout the match.
• The team's ability to maintain their composure in the face of a challenging game was commendable. The players' spirit and determination were evident in their play, adding to the excitement of the match.

 
Up Next:
At the beginning of the week, the women's soccer team takes to the road. They will return home for their next game on Sept. 19^th. Come to cheer on your Lady Knights!