On Thursday, October 16, the Purdue Fort Wayne women’s soccer team is set to face off against Northern Kentucky at the Hefner Soccer Complex at 7 p.m. This match is designated as Family Day, offering a special promotion of four tickets for $10, making it an excellent opportunity for fans and families to come together for a night of soccer.
Match Details
- Opponent: Northern Kentucky Norse
- Date: Thursday, October 16
- Time: 7 PM
- Location: Hefner Soccer Complex, Fort Wayne, Ind.
- Live Stats: Link
- Watch: Link
- Tickets: Link
Team Overview: Northern Kentucky
Northern Kentucky arrives for this match with a season record of 7 wins, 2 losses, and 5 draws, including a strong performance in the Horizon League where they hold a record of 4-1-1. They rank high in several league statistics, including:
- Goals per game: 6.33 (2nd in Horizon League)
- Assists per game: 2.33 (2nd in Horizon League)
- Goals allowed per game: 0.50 (2nd in Horizon League)
Megan Molner stands out for the Norse, leading the league with 3 game-winning goals and earning the title of Horizon League Offensive Player of the Week on September 22. Assisting her are senior Meghan Belrose, who ranks second in assists per game, and senior goalkeeper Megan Gessner, who is among the top in the league in shutouts and goals against average.
History of the Rivalry
The all-time series between Purdue Fort Wayne and Northern Kentucky currently favors the Norse, who lead with a record of 7 wins, 2 losses, and 1 draw. In their previous encounter last season, Northern Kentucky triumphed with a 1-0 victory in Highland Heights, Kentucky.
Milestones and Achievements
Head Coach Jason Burr has recently achieved a significant milestone, securing his 50th win with the Mastodons after the team’s victory over Indiana Tech on September 3, with 24 of those wins occurring in the past four seasons.
Player Highlights
- Morgan Gallagher: Recently recorded two assists against Indiana Tech, moving her into sixth place in program history for career assists with a total of 9.
- Jordan Imes: Achieved her eighth career shutout against Indiana Tech, nearing the program record for most shutouts.
Upcoming Events and Promotions
Purdue Fort Wayne students have a chance to win an iPad by attending the most Mastodon home athletic events this year. Participants must check in and have their QR code scanned at each event to track attendance.
Recent Performance
In their last match against Robert Morris on October 12, the Mastodons faced a setback, losing 3-0. Despite this, the team managed to record seven shots on goal, with Mary McArdle taking the lead with two attempts.
Next Match
Following Thursday’s game, Purdue Fort Wayne will travel to face Cleveland State on Sunday, October 19.
~ Feel the Rumble ~
