Springfield, Ill. – The Southwest Baptist University women's soccer team battled their way to a hard-fought 1-1 draw against the University of Illinois Springfield Saturday afternoon. The Bearcats earned a valuable point on the road, moving to 5-7-3 overall and 3-6-2 in GLVC play.
After a scoreless first half, the Bearcats struck first in the 56th minute as Juana Fernandez Calvo found the back of the net for her fifth goal of the season. SBU held onto the one-goal advantage for nearly 30 minutes before Illinois Springfield answered in the 84th minute to even the match at 1-1.
The Bearcat defense stood strong throughout the afternoon despite facing 17 shots from the Prairie Stars. Goalkeeper Cece Alexander played all 90 minutes, recording five saves to help secure the road draw.
SBU will continue its road trip Wednesday, October 21, traveling to Springfield, Missouri, to take on Drury University. Kickoff is scheduled for 5:00 p.m.
