MANKATO, Minn. – North Central University (NCU) squared off with the Vikings of Bethany Lutheran College on Saturday afternoon at Caswell Park in Mankato, Minn. The Vikings entered the match on a three game win streak and carried their momentum into the matchup from the first whistle. Bethany jumped out to an early lead and kept their foot on the gas as they ran away with a 6-0 victory over the Rams.
 
Game Vitals

• The Vikings registered 32 total shots (17 on goal)
• Vikings move their win streak to 4 with the win
• Rams fall to 1-7 on the young season

Game Recap
The Vikings came roaring out of the gate with a goal from their freshman forward, Joao Bastos, in the 5th minute of the game to steal the early 1-0 lead. Bethany continued their offensive game plan firing shot after shot at the net. NCU was able to combat the Vikings effort with some defensive pressure, but Bethany broke the game open with two more goals in the 20th and 26th minute of the match. After trailing 3-0 at the break, NCU searched for an offensive spark and found a few scoring opportunities but could not quite capitalize. With the Rams failing to make noise on the scoreboard, the Vikings kept their foot on the gas with a few more late goals in the contest to pull away for the 6-0 victory over the Rams.  

Next up
The Rams will enjoy some rest the next few days before they pick action back up next week on Tuesday afternoon. The Rams are set to take on Crown College in a non-conference match from Elliot Park Field with kickoff set for 3:15 p.m.

MEDIA: If you need further information, please feel free to contact Mike Knipe at 612-343-3541, or email mjknipe@northcentral.edu.­­­