Columbia, SC- The women's soccer program took to the pitch at home on Wednesday, in near-perfect fall weather. The Rams would host a conference foe, Saint Andrews University, and after a tough defensive game both teams would leave empty-handed, as the final score would read 1-1. 

Key Plays: 
1st Half 

• The Rams got off to a fast start, controlling much of the possession in the first Half. 
• CIU's suffocating play paid off in the 10th minute as Madisyn Dupree gave the Rams a 1-0 lead. Dupree dribbled down into the box, beating two Knights defenders in the process to score her first goal of the season. 

2nd Half 

• The Rams commanded a 1-0 lead over the Knights heading into the 12th minute. However, the Knights were able to even the score as Zoie Steinkamp gave St. Andrews a goal to draw even with CIU. 
• The Rams almost rallied as they had two opportunities in the final minute of the 2nd Half. Abi Bridge had a one on one opportunity with the keeper, but would be blocked by the St. Andrew's goalie. 
• After 90 minutes, the game headed into two overtime periods to decide the match. 
• At the end of what would be two overtime periods, neither team could pull ahead after solid defending played by both teams, as the game ended in a draw. 

Key Players 

CIU Midfielder Madisyn Dupree

• Dupree gave CIU their only goal of the game, showing off impressive footwork. She was also a key part of the midfield, helping control possession for most of the game. 

Up Next: 
CIU heads to Dayton TN, to battle the Lions of Bryan College on October 10th.