Late Charge Gives Women’s Soccer Overtime Win

womens-soccerThe Illinois Tech Women’s Soccer team hosted an October 2 contest at Stuart Field against Lakeland. A late rally gave the Scarlet Hawks a 3-2 win in overtime.

How It Happened

  • The Muskies led early on, scoring in the 26th minute to take a 1-0 lead. It was the only goal scored for either team in the first half.
  • Illinois Tech tied things up in the 53rd minute with Kirsten Robinson scoring off of a Daisy Tellez pass.
  • Just three minutes later, Lakeland would score again to re-take the lead at 2-1.
  • With time winding down, the Scarlet Hawks turned to leading goal scorer Anida Phetchanpheng. She delivered in the clutch, scoring in the 88th minute off of a Robinson pass to tie the score and send the match to overtime.
  • In overtime, it was Phetchanpheng providing the offense once again. With just 12 seconds remaining, the senior scored to give Illinois Tech the 3-2 win.

Scarlet Hawk Standouts

  • Phetchanpheng scored twice on six shots and three shots on goal.
  • Robinson led the Hawks with nine shots while adding a goal and an assist.
  • Tellez recorded an assist.
  • Madison Harris attempted three shots.
  • Jessica Park made two saves in the win.

Stats to Know

  • The Scarlet Hawks outshot Lakeland 30-8.
  • Illinois Tech committed 14 fouls compared to Lakeland’s seven.
  • Illinois Tech attempted six corners. The Muskies attempted two.

Up Next

  • The Scarlet Hawks will host Concordia Chicago on Thursday, October 6 at 7 p.m. at Stuart Field. Live audio, video, and stats will be available. The live broadcast will be powered by Illinois Media School.