BROOKINGS South Dakota State women’s soccer played Pac-12 opponent Oregon State to a hard-fought 1-1 draw on Sunday at Fishback Soccer Park.
The Jackrabbits (3-1-3) struck early and dominated much of the match statistically, but a second-half equalizer from the Beavers (0-3-3) forced SDSU to settle for a tie in front of 318 fans.
Freshman forward Emma Brezenski continued her strong start to the season, netting her second goal of the year in the eighth minute. The goal came on a strike that just found its way inside the crossbar, while Makynlie Cadewas credited with an assist on the finish.
SDSU controlled the tempo throughout by outshooting Oregon State,27-9, including an18-4advantage in the second half. The Jackrabbits also earned13 corner kicksto the Beavers’ 3 and held58% of the possession.
Despite the pressure, Oregon State found the equalizer just after halftime. In the 48th minute, Emily Ibsen capitalized on a corner kick opportunity, finishing a pass from London Tsuma to level the match at 1-1.
The Jackrabbits continued to press for a winner, with Adrianne Agbayani recording multiple shots on goal, but Oregon State goalkeeper Mya Sanchez stood tall with eight saves. SDSU goalkeeper Mallorie Benhartmade six saves of her own, including a pair of key stops in the first half to preserve the early lead.
UP NEXT
South Dakota State goes back on the road for a single match. The Jackrabbits face Drake in Des Moines, Iowa, at 6 p.m. on Wednesday. The Jacks then return to Brookings to begin a long homestand starting with their Goald Game match at 1 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 14, against Northern Colorado at FishbackSoccer Park.
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