MINOT, ND – Minot State and St. Cloud State battled to a competitive 1-1 draw on Sunday, October 13, at Herb Parker Stadium in what proved to be a tightly contested NSIC matchup. With the result, the Beavers improved to 4-2-4 overall and 2-2-3 in conference play, continuing to show resilience in a challenging stretch of the season.
How it Happened:
The Beavers came out of the gates with energy and were rewarded in the 15th minute when forward Anna Miotto found the back of the net for her second goal of the season. The play leading up to the goal was initiated by Reese Pittman, whose dangerous shot on target forced a handball in the box from the Huskies, resulting in a penalty kick. Miotto stepped up confidently and slotted the ball past the St. Cloud State goalkeeper to give Minot State an early 1-0 lead.
Despite Minot State's solid start, the Huskies began to build momentum as the first half progressed. St. Cloud State leveled the score in the 41st minute when Darby Allen converted a penalty kick after a defensive foul by the Beavers in the box. This equalizer shifted the tone of the game, and both teams ramped up their intensity heading into the second half.
The remainder of the match saw both teams create opportunities, but the defenses held strong. Minot State's back line, led by the physical play of Elsa Duquesne, made key tackles and blocked several dangerous attempts by the Huskies. Siriana Gudino continued her stellar form in goal, making three critical saves to keep the Beavers in the match. Despite a few close chances, the game ended in a 1-1 stalemate.
Game Notes:

• Minot State was shown two yellow cards during the match, reflecting the intensity and physical nature of the contest.
• Siriana Gudino registered three saves for the Beavers, facing eight total shots from St. Cloud State.
• Minot State's lone goal came from a penalty kick, and the team recorded three shots on goal over the 90 minutes.
• Both of the match's goals were scored from penalty kicks, showcasing the pressure both offenses put on their opponents' defenses.

Coach's Comments:
After the match, Head Coach T.J. Perez praised the team's overall performance and highlighted the individual contributions that helped secure the draw. "Good game today; we started strong," Perez said. "Reese Pittman had a great shot on target that forced the penalty, and Anna Miotto stepped up and put it away with confidence. Elsa Duquesne also had a great game, making some crucial tackles and blocks in the back. Overall, for the weekend, this was a great team performance.