MARQUETTE — The Northern Michigan University (NMU) women’s soccer team is still seeking its first victory of the season after suffering a 1-0 defeat to Northwood University. This match took place at the NMU Soccer Field on Thursday, marking a downturn following two earlier ties.

Match Overview

Currently holding a record of 0-1-2, the Wildcats are set to continue their four-game homestand with a match against Cedarville University today at noon. Cedarville is ranked No. 6 in the Midwest region, a critical positioning as the NCAA Division II tournament approaches.

Northwood, now standing at 2-0, secured the only goal of the game in the second half, precisely 12 minutes into the period, when Mari Jackson capitalized on a turnover in the Wildcat zone, executing a well-coordinated passing play.

Key Match Statistics

• Total Shots: NMU 10, Northwood 9
• Shots on Goal: NMU 2, Northwood 4
• Corner Kicks: NMU 1, Northwood 1
• Fouls: NMU 7, Northwood 11

Despite Northern Michigan’s slight edge in total shots, they were outperformed in shots on goal. Additionally, NMU goalkeeper Jillian Thompson made four saves during the match.

Opportunities Missed

In the early moments of the second half, NMU had a promising opportunity when defender Hannah Kastamo’s pass found forward Lily Senese, who narrowly missed scoring from eight yards out by sending the ball over the crossbar.

Later, midfielder Gretchen Ellis’ pass set up forward Christina Roberts for a shot that was intercepted by Northwood’s goalkeeper, Lindsay Jacob, thwarting another potential equalizer. Additionally, a well-placed cross from NMU’s Madison Bilbia went unreached as it passed through the box untouched.