CLINTON, Miss. — Mississippi College and Spring Hill College battled to a scoreless draw on Friday at Robert P. Longabaugh Field. The Choctaws outshot the visiting team 19-8, with both teams' goalkeepers recording shutouts. Mississippi College's goalkeeper made four saves while the Badgers' goalkeeper tallied seven, ensuring a tense defensive standoff.

The first half opened with a defensive showcase, highlighted by Celine Grothe's crucial save against a shot from Sofia Jimenez Garcia in the 22nd minute. Mississippi College had several attempts to break the deadlock, with Parker St. Amant and Olivia Graham testing Spring Hill's defense, but Carlotta Stark made key saves to maintain the scoreless tie. As the half concluded, the home side's resilient defense, including another save by Grothe on a Lauren Smith attempt, kept the game level at 0-0.

The second half commenced with the Choctaws taking the offensive initiative as Brinnslee Picard and Charlie Cooper both tested Stark with efforts in the 47th minute. Mississippi College maintained consistent pressure throughout the half, launching multiple shots and earning several corner kicks, including three within a ten-minute span from the 52nd to the 62nd minute. Despite a spirited effort and a crucial save by Grothe in the 71st minute, the half concluded with neither team breaking the deadlock, resulting in a scoreless draw.

The first half between Mississippi College and Spring Hill ended scoreless, marked by defensive efforts from both goalkeepers. The Choctaws managed six shots with none finding the back of the net, while Grothe made two crucial saves. Spring Hill also recorded six shots and three corners, unable to capitalize despite having two shots on target. The half saw a total of ten fouls, with Mississippi College committing six.

Mississippi College maintained an aggressive offensive approach throughout the second half, recording a total of 13 shots, with six being saved by Stark. Despite their efforts, the Choctaws were unable to break through, as the match concluded in a scoreless draw. The team also earned five corner kicks during the half, applying pressure but ultimately unable to convert their opportunities into goals.

Grothe recorded four saves over 90 minutes and secured a shutout for Mississippi College. Vail Wartes led the team with five shots, one of which was on goal. Erin Stamatopoulos added three shots, with one on target. St. Amant contributed two shots on goal from three total attempts.

Mississippi Col. Top Performers  

Celine Grothe  
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- 4 saves  
- 90:00 minutes played  
- 1 shutout  

Vail Wartes  
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- 5 shots  
- 1 shot on goal  

Parker St. Amant  
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- 3 shots  
- 2 shots on goal  

Erin Stamatopoulos  
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- 3 shots  
- 1 shot on goal  

Mississippi College held a 1-3-1 overall record after the draw. Spring Hill stood at 1-0-4 overall with their latest result. Read Full Article