(MINOT, N.D.) – In their final non-conference contest before the start of league play, the Minot State soccer team was defeated by the Montana State-Billings Yellowjackets by a score of 2-0.
 
The Yellowjackets scored two goals in the second half on their way to the victory. The first was recorded in the 48^th minute by sophomore reserve Lexie Bloyder. Another sophomore, Haylee Gunter, depositied the second goal in the 77^th stanza. Alexa Iacolucci made an assist on the second goal of the day.
 
Offensively, the Beavers mounted an aggressive attack but could not capitalize on a handful of opportunities. Daniela Fonseca, Sofia Lewis, and Melanie van Walstijn each recorded two shots and one shot-on-goal. Freshman Sarah Upton also put one shot on goal.  
 
Beavers' keeper Erin Rafferty surrendered the two scores but also made eight saves on the afternoon.
 
Montana State-Billings GK Erinn Harder also had an impressive day with a completed shutout and four saves.
 
Minot State's overall record dropped to 0-3-0 overall heading into NSIC competition. The win for MSU-Billings was their first of the 2019 campaign as their record now sits at 1-2-2.
 
The Beaver soccer team will be back in action this Friday, September 20^th at Herb Parker Stadium. Minot State will host the Minnesota State-Moorhead Dragons for the league opener.
 
MEDIA: For more information, please contact the Coordinator of Sports Information Josh Van Valkenburg-Gernert.