University of Northern Colorado Athletics
Friday, April 9
Ogden, Utah
3:30 p.m. MT
University of Northern Colorado
3-1-2, 3-0-2
0
at
0
Weber State
3-3-3, 2-2-2
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Final F |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Colo. | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Weber St. | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Soccer punches ticket to Big Sky Tourney with draw at Weber State
4/9/2021 6:54:00 PM | Women's Soccer
OGDEN, Utah – A windy Friday evening in Utah made things a tad bit difficult for both sides. With Weber State playing its postseason life, Northern Colorado held off every attack, earning the 0-0 draw and locking in a spot in next week's Big Sky Tournament.
Both teams created several opportunities from the start.
The Bears' high-flying forwards earned a pair of corner kicks inside the first ten minutes. Though Taylor Bray wasn't able to put her shot on target, it set the tone in the match's opening moments.
On the other side of the pitch, goalkeeper Ashley Franza was busy pitching a shutout. Though UNC's backline of Maddie Barkow, Lindsi Jennings, Erika Hall and Mackenzie Bray were working well in front of her, Franza delivered with massive saves when called upon.
The San Ramon, California native racked up seven key saves, matching her season-high against Idaho State.
Much of the middle part of the game featured half-chances from both teams. As the first half stretched into the second, Northern Colorado's back four refused to let the Wildcats through.
Their persistence paid off as the Bears forced Weber State into extra time.
Kalen Niedling and Kaitlyn Meeder caused problems down the left side all afternoon long, and as the minutes continued to tick off the clock, Northern Colorado's stamina and depth shone through.
In the end, UNC finished with six shots but held WSU to just two in overtime, solidifying the draw and spot in the Big Sky Tournament.
What They Said
Head Coach, Tim Barrera
"It was great to get a point on the road and lock in a spot for the Conference Tournament. Weber State is a tough team to play against and they gave us some problems to deal with throughout the afternoon.
"I thought we defended very well. Our back four played excellently and dictated the game from start to finish.
"We'll rest up and be ready to go for one more regular-season game on Sunday."
Game Notes
What's Ahead
Northern Colorado will play one more match against the Wildcats on Sunday, April 11. Already locked into the conference tournament, a win on Sunday would ensure the No. 1 seed in the Southeast Division.
To stay up to date on all things UNC soccer, visit UNCBears.com and follow the team on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
Both teams created several opportunities from the start.
The Bears' high-flying forwards earned a pair of corner kicks inside the first ten minutes. Though Taylor Bray wasn't able to put her shot on target, it set the tone in the match's opening moments.
On the other side of the pitch, goalkeeper Ashley Franza was busy pitching a shutout. Though UNC's backline of Maddie Barkow, Lindsi Jennings, Erika Hall and Mackenzie Bray were working well in front of her, Franza delivered with massive saves when called upon.
The San Ramon, California native racked up seven key saves, matching her season-high against Idaho State.
Much of the middle part of the game featured half-chances from both teams. As the first half stretched into the second, Northern Colorado's back four refused to let the Wildcats through.
Their persistence paid off as the Bears forced Weber State into extra time.
Kalen Niedling and Kaitlyn Meeder caused problems down the left side all afternoon long, and as the minutes continued to tick off the clock, Northern Colorado's stamina and depth shone through.
In the end, UNC finished with six shots but held WSU to just two in overtime, solidifying the draw and spot in the Big Sky Tournament.
What They Said
Head Coach, Tim Barrera
"It was great to get a point on the road and lock in a spot for the Conference Tournament. Weber State is a tough team to play against and they gave us some problems to deal with throughout the afternoon.
"I thought we defended very well. Our back four played excellently and dictated the game from start to finish.
"We'll rest up and be ready to go for one more regular-season game on Sunday."
Game Notes
- Kaitlyn Meeder finished with a team-high two shots, one on goal.
- Ashley Franza tied a season-high with seven saves.
- Lindsi Jennings, Erika Hall and MacKenzie Bray each played the full 110 minutes. Maddie Duren played 105.
- For Jennings, it was the second time she's gone over 100 minutes in a game this season.
- It's the eighth consecutive year UNC has qualified for the Big Sky Tournament
What's Ahead
Northern Colorado will play one more match against the Wildcats on Sunday, April 11. Already locked into the conference tournament, a win on Sunday would ensure the No. 1 seed in the Southeast Division.
To stay up to date on all things UNC soccer, visit UNCBears.com and follow the team on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
Team Stats
UNC
WSU
Goals
0
0
Shots
6
9
Shots on Goal
1
7
Saves
7
1
Corners
6
4
Fouls
13
8
Game Leaders
Shots
2
SOG
1
Goals
0
Assists
0
mid
Shots
1
SOG
0
Goals
0
Assists
0
Shots
1
SOG
0
Goals
0
Assists
0
Shots
1
SOG
0
Goals
0
Assists
0
Players Mentioned
D
/ Women's Soccer
D
/ Women's Soccer
M/F
/ Women's Soccer
M
/ Women's Soccer
GK
/ Women's Soccer
D
/ Women's SoccerD
/ Women's SoccerF
/ Women's Soccer
F
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