ALMA, Mich. – The Adrian College women's soccer team clinched a spot in the MIAA Tournament with a crucial 2-0 road victory over Alma College on Saturday. The Bulldogs closed the regular season with three consecutive wins and three straight shutouts.
Adrian created the first dangerous opportunity of the match in the ninth minute when Delaney Batur placed a shot on goal, but the Alma goalkeeper made the save. The Bulldogs remained organized defensively throughout the opening half and entered halftime tied 0-0.
Adrian increased its pressure after the break and generated four shots during the second half. Batur nearly opened the scoring in the 67th minute, but her attempt was stopped by the Alma goalkeeper.
The Bulldogs broke through in the 77th minute when Melanie Perhne set up Batur for the eventual game-winning goal. Tiara Ellis added an insurance goal in the 84th minute to extend Adrian's lead to 2-0.
Adrian's defense protected the advantage over the final minutes to complete its third consecutive shutout. Riley Miller made two saves in goal as the Bulldogs held Alma to four total shots.
Adrian outshot Alma 5-4 and held a 4-3 advantage in shots on goal. Batur led the Bulldogs with three shots on target and the game-winning goal.
The Bulldogs finish the regular season with a 6-9-2 overall record and a 3-5 mark in MIAA play. Adrian will begin the MIAA Tournament on Saturday, October 31, with its opponent and location to be announced.
