TAHLEQUAH -- Sydney Taylor scored her first goal of the season in the 66th minute, while Rebecca Partyka's third shutout of 2024 allowed Northeastern State to down Oklahoma Baptist in a 1-nil win Wednesday evening. The win gives NSU their first 3-0 start since 2019.

After a scoreless first half, which saw its main highlight emerge in the form of Partyka's 100th career save at NSU, Taylor slid past OBU (0-2) with a goal nearly three-quarters into the contest. The hosts held the result to the finish, with the reigning MIAA Goalkeeper of the Week defending all three total on-goal tries from the Bison across the matchup.

The RiverHawks more than doubled OBU's shot output at 12-5, also finding on-goal attempts from Hannah Anderson, Olivia Kucharyski and Brynn Baldon. The whistle additionally played a key role in the contest, with the Bison being charged with 15 fouls against NSU's seven. 

Northeastern State travels to face Northwestern Oklahoma State on Sunday, Sep. 15. Read Full Article