GRAMBLING, La. | In a game that saw the Grambling State University women's soccer team string together multiple scoring opportunities, it took a late penalty kick to seal a 1-1 draw on Sunday afternoon at the GSU Soccer Complex. 

HOW IT HAPPENED

• In the opening half, Grambling State (7-7-3 overall, 4-1-3 SWAC) had numerous close calls at the net. In the 24th minute, Imogen Fowler sent a shot at goal that clanged off of the right woodwork. In the 30th minute, Beatriz Kretteis also missed off the right post. Both teams remained tied at 0-0 heading into halftime.
• Alcorn State (4-8-2, 2-3-1) pushed ahead 1-0 on penalty kick in the 48th minute. GSU's Tanzanea Villacis was called for a foul in the box, giving the Braves the opportunity.
• Just as it seemed time would run out on the Lady Tigers, a foul on ASU inside the penalty area allowed Fowler to attempt a PK in the 84th minute. Fowler converted the shot, tying the game at 1-1 and preserving the tie. 

INSIDE THE NUMBERS

• Grambling State outshot Alcorn State 8-6. GSU placed two shots on goal
• Madison Covey-Taylor played 90 minutes in goal for GSU, making three saves
• GSU held a 9-4 advantage on corner kicks
• There were 28 total fouls called
• GSU Seniors Imogen Fowler, Alyssa Goodloe, Laila Loring, Kennedy Moore, Mackenzie Rastatter, Kamaron Powell and Reece Scott were recognized during Senior Day festivities. 

UP NEXT
Grambling State prepares for two home matches versus Chicago State in non-conference action this week. GSU takes on CSU on Thursday at 4 p.m. and Saturday at 11 a.m.

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