SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – Augustana soccer hits the road for a marquee matchup against NSIC foe Concordia-St.Paul on Sunday at 1 p.m.
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About the Series
AU and CSP have matched up a total of 17 times since 2005, with Augustana holding the overall record of 13-2-2. The Golden Bears last win of the Vikings came in 2012 when it defeated AU 2-1 in St.Paul, Minnesota.
The Golden Bears
CSP (4-4-2, 2-2-2) enters the match on a one game losing streak after losing last weekend to St.Cloud State 2-1. The Golden Bears have played a handful of strong matches against NSIC opponents including a 4-1 win over Minnesota Duluth in late September.
Senior Katie Anderson has recorded three goals and two assists for eight points while also leading the conference in shots per game with an average of 4.60. Anderson also ranks second in the conference with shots on goal per game for an average of 1.80.
The Vikings
AU (5-3-2, 3-2-1) hit the road in good form after capturing a weekend sweep over UMary and Minot State on alumni weekend. The Vikings totaled four goals and only allowed one in the two wins.
Hope Korte continues her tremendous season after recording a game-winner in last Sunday's win over Minot State. Korte leads the team with four goals and eight points while leading the conference in game-winning goals with three.
Senior keeper
Jillian Barkus has made a name for herself throughout the 2023 season, recording five clean sheets thus far. Barkus recorded her 30th career win in Sunday's affair over Minot State.
Viking soccer has made the most of their opportunities in front of the net, ranking 13th in the nation in shot accuracy with a percentage of .619. Newcomer
Madelyn White has recorded seven shots in the past three games with two finding their way on target.
Annika Bard and
Paige Bracker lead the team with two assists each, setting up its teammates to find strong scoring opportunities.
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