MANKATO, Minn.--The Augustana soccer team fell to the Bemidji State Beavers in the semifinal of the NSIC tournament on Friday. The Beavers defeated the Vikings with a score of 2-0.

Match Moments

CHANCE (AU) 46'--Josie Arduser had a scoring opportunity in the first drive of the second half, taking a shot from the top of the penalty box that was just wide, nearly hitting the left goal post.

CHANCE (AU) 53'-- A free kick from 20 yards out was generated after a foul against Sylvia Fehr, allowing the Vikings another scoring opportunity in the second half. The ball bounced on a few heads in front of the net, but the Bemidji State goalkeeper scooped up the ball to regain possession.

GOAL (BSU) 62'--Bemidji State's Sara Went netted the first goal of the game from the right side of the six-yard line. The ball hit the hands of the AU goalkeeper Jillian Barkus and found a way across the line. The goal was assisted by Lauren Hodney.

GOAL (BSU) 67'--The Beavers took a 2-0 lead just a few minutes later when Halle Peterson netted the ball from inside the penalty box. Peterson's goal was assisted by Erin Becker.

CHANCE (AU) 88'--Morgan Keirstead ripped a shot from the top corner of the penalty box, forcing the BSU goalkeeper to attempt a save. The ball popped up out of the goalkeeper's hands, but she was able to pull it in and keep the Vikings from scoring.

Match Notes

• Goalkeeper Jillian Barkus made her 20th start of the season and recorded seven saves.

• The Vikings totaled 10 shots in the game.

• Morgan Keirstead led with three shots on target and four total shots.

The NCAA Tournament Selection Show will be on Monday, Nov.7 on NCAA.com at 6 p.m. central. Augustana was in the 10th position in the rankings released on Wednesday, following its win over Winona State in the opening round of the NSIC Tournament.

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