University of Northern Colorado Athletics
University of Northern Colorado
3-8-5, 2-2-1
Idaho State
5-7-3, 2-3-1
Bears Dominate Bengals in Greeley
10/17/2025 10:13:00 PM | Women's Soccer
GREELEY, Colo. – Northern Colorado Soccer (3-8-5, 2-2-1 Big Sky) delivered a dominant performance Thursday night, shutting out Idaho State (5-7-3, 2-3-1) with a 3-0 victory at Jackson Stadium.
The Bears came out energized, setting the tone early with a high-tempo attack that kept the Bengals on their heels. Northern Colorado's pressure paid off quickly when Lexi Tuite found the back of the net to give the Bears an early lead.
The momentum continued to build as UNC struck twice more before halftime, taking a commanding 3-0 advantage into the break. Idaho State pushed to respond, firing off 22 total shots, but goalkeeper Kaya Lindberg stood tall in net. Lindberg recorded a season-high 13 saves to preserve the shutout.
The second half turned into a defensive showcase for Northern Colorado, which held firm to close out the win and protect its clean sheet.
Head coach Tim Barrera praised his team's effort and focus but emphasized the importance of maintaining that intensity heading into Sunday's home finale.
The Bears will wrap up their home schedule on Sunday as they look to finish the weekend strong.
UP NEXT
The Bears will host Weber State on Sunday, October 19. First kick is scheduled for 12 p.m. MDT.
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Team Stats
Lexi Tuite (5)
Assisted By: Riley Kaali-Nagy , Preslie Young
GOAL by UNCO Tuite, Lexi Assist by Kaali-Nagy, Riley and Young, Preslie.
22:11
Samantha Carter (1)
GOAL by UNCO Carter, Samantha.
29:48
Maria Armatas (1)
Assisted By: Gabby Ferrante
GOAL by UNCO Armatas, Maria Assist by Ferrante, Gabby.
36:15
