FRANKLIN SPRINGS, Ga. — c The Choctaws held a significant advantage in shots with 19 to Emmanuel's 7, but both defenses held firm. MC's goalkeeper recorded three saves to secure the shutout, while the opposing goalkeeper made five saves to preserve the clean sheet.
The first half began with The Blue and Gold applying consistent offensive pressure against Emmanuel.
Vail Wartes took multiple shots early, including one in the 13th minute, but was unable to find the target.
Charlie Cooper's attempt in the 14th minute was saved by the Emmanuel goalkeeper, Ana Ramirez-Cortes, maintaining the scoreline.
MC continued to create opportunities, with
Erin Stamatopoulos and
Paula Catalan each testing the Emmanuel defense as the half progressed.
Celine Grothe made a crucial save in the 30th minute to deny Emmanuel's Jimena Rivera, keeping the match scoreless. Despite several attempts, including a final shot from
Parker St. Amant in the 45th minute, the first half concluded with a score of 0-0.
The second half started with MC maintaining a strong defensive presence, marked by a key save from Grothe in the 62nd minute to deny Emmanuel a scoring opportunity. The team pressed forward with multiple offensive efforts, including shots from Wartes and
Karah Boydstun, though they were unable to convert. The Choctaws consistently applied pressure through several corner kicks, demonstrating tactical execution in the attacking third.
Despite continued offensive efforts, including shots from
Brinnslee Picard and Stamatopoulos, MC was unable to find the back of the net. The half concluded with a solid defensive stand, highlighted by Grothe's save in the 88th minute, maintaining the score at 0-0.
Mississippi Col. Top Performers Â
Celine Grothe Â
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- three saves Â
- 90 minutes played Â
- one shutout Â
Vail Wartes Â
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- five shots Â
- two shots on goal Â
Erin Stamatopoulos Â
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- three shots Â
Paula Catalan Â
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- two shots Â
- one shot on goal Â
The Blue and Gold stood at 3-5-3 overall with a 2-2-2 record in conference play. Emmanuel held a 3-6-2 overall record and was 3-4-1 in their conference matchups.
