NEW ULM, Minn. - North Central University went on the road on Tuesday to take on the Knights of Martin Luther College in a UMAC bout. The Rams struggled to get much going on the offensive end as they fell to the Knights by a score of 1-4.

Game Vitals

• The Rams battled with the Knights as they actually outshot MLC 24 to 22.
• The loss drops the Rams to a UMAC record of 1-5.

Game Recap

• The Rams trailed early in this one as the Knights came out of the gate firing. MLC scored two goals in the first 10 minutes to take a 2-0 lead. The Knights added to their lead in the 26^th minute with their third unanswered goal. The Ram's offense continued to struggle to capitalize on their opportunities throughout the 1^st period, sending them to the break trailing by three goals. Looking for a spark in the second half, the Rams turned to freshman, Payton Swoboda, who was able to find the back of the net in the 59^th minute to inch the Rams back into the game. Unfortunately for the Rams, the Knights were able to regain their three-goal lead in the 74^th minute.  The Rams were able to find a few opportunities in the waning minutes of the final period, but could not come away with any points as they would eventually fall to the Knights by a score of 1-4. 

Key Performers

• Payton Swoboda – 1 goal

Next up

• The Rams will travel to Ankeny, Iowa, for a non-conference matchup against Providence-Manitoba on Friday, October 5^th, which is slated for a 2:00 p.m. kickoff.

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