MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. –  North Central University Women's Soccer hosted the Crown College Storm at Elliot Park Field on Saturday afternoon as the second part of the Homecoming soccer doubleheader. The Rams were able find their stride early and often, as they were able to find the back of the net on a number of offensive possessions throughout the contest. The Rams were able to come away with a big UMAC win, taking the game by a score of 8-3.

Game Vitals

• The Rams move to an overall record of 4-9 on the year (2-6 UMAC).
• The loss for the Storm drops them to 4-9 as well (2-7 UMAC).

Game Recap

• The Rams were able to come out of the gate with a spark, as they exploded on the offensive side of the ball. The Rams scored 8 goals on 16 shots through 90 minutes of strong play. Coming out hot as soon as the first whistle blew was senior, Abby Schwinden, who provided the biggest offensive spark for the Rams. Schwinden had a career day, setting the single-game goals record with six goals on Saturday afternoon, breaking the previous record of 5 set by Payton Swoboda earlier this season. In the first half Abby Schwinden netted 3 goals, with the respective assists going to Emma Brekhus (20^th minute), Cheyenne Brown (27^th minute), and Anna Hartwig (32^nd minute). The continued strong effort on offense sent the Rams into halftime with a commanding lead. The scoring continued for the Rams in the final 45 minutes as Schwinden continued her dominant performance matching her first half with another 3 goals. Schwinden's second half goals were highlighted by one in which she sent a missile from 20 yards out into the back of the net. The other goals were both on assists from Payton Swoboda. Also coming up with goals later in the second period were,  Payton Swoboda and Anna Hartwig, who provided support and help close out the game. With a continued offensive presence throughout the entire game, the Rams took the win in commanding fashion and left little to no room for the Storm to get within reaching distance, as they finished the contest with an 8-3 victory.

 
Key Performers

• Abby Schwinden – 6 goals, 1 assist
• Payton Swoboda – 1 goal, 2 assists
• Anna Hartwig – 1 goal, 1 assist

Next up

• The Rams continue their home stretch with a matchup against another UMAC opponent, the Northland College Lumberjills. The contest will kickoff at 3:30pm, with another strong performance from the Rams in sight.

MEDIA: If you need further information, please feel free to contact Justin Brown at 612-343-3539 or email Jdbrown@northcentral.edu.