The Midwestern State women’s soccer team was unhappy Friday evening after losing 2-1 to Incarnate Word in extra time.
MSU took the lead in the 55th minute when Ashley Cottrell converted Payton Fookes’ free kick for her fifth goal of the season.
However, the Lady Mustangs’ joy was taken away a few seconds later when the Cardinals’ Sarah Johnson struck an 18-yard shot towards the goal.
With nothing to separate both teams at the end of 90 minutes, the game continued in extra time.
Amber Guenther scored the golden goal and her seventh of the season barely 10 minutes into overtime.
Nevertheless, the Lady Mustangs were able to recover Sunday afternoon with a 1-0 victory over Angelo State University.
“It was a great win based on the fact we had a heart breaker on Friday,” said Jeff Trimble, head women’s soccer coach.
Emily Saville slid in her first goal of the season in the 32nd minute and was grateful to Katy Catney’s assist.
The Lady Mustangs will host Texas Woman’s University this Friday at 7 p.m. and Texas A&M Commerce this Sunday at 1 p.m.
“I like how we are playing. We have to watch Texas Woman’s speed and be physical with Texas A&M Commerce,” Trimble said. “I love our speed at outside midfield and that should really help us. We have already improved but just need to finish.”
