| BOCA RATON, Fla. – Florida Atlantic University women’s soccer and Michigan State drew, 1-1, at DeMartin Stadium on Monday afternoon. The Beginning Michigan State (3-0-1) opened the scoring in just the seventh minute, off a rebound and off the post. But FAU (1-2-1) would batten down the hatches from there on out. The Turning Point: The equalizer came midway through the first half, when the Owls were fouled, and Bri Austin came through with the penalty kick. That evened things up in the 26th minute. The Finish: MSU continued to pelt the net, but Amit Cohen was up to the challenge, earning a career-high nine saves against 26 Spartan shots. That included four saves after the halftime break (on 11 second half shots), two in overtime and one in the second OT. Notables:Austin’s goal is her second of the season and the Owls’ first PK success and attempt of the yearShe and Miracle Porter each had two shots, with Sofia Voldby the otherCohen’s nine saves surpassed her previous high of eight last year in a win over Middle TennesseePlaying all 110′ Monday were Cohen, Hailey Landrus, Amanda Martin and Jodi Smith. Hunter Koziara clocked in at an even 100 as well Quotable: “Great afternoon on the road here in (East) Lansing,” said head coach Patrick Baker. “Phenomenal complex, beautiful afternoon, quite warm actually. Gave up a soft goal early, but credit to the players, they continued with fight, spirit and determination. Pressed them, turned them over, got a deserved PK and got the equalizer to change the complexion of the game there, which was great. Second half, back and forth, both teams creating some chances, they definitely got in line a little bit more than we did … and in overtime, both teams have an opportunity here or there, but not much. For us at least, based on the 110 minutes, we’re happy with coming here and after going down a goal – and especially after two losses – pleased that we got a positive result.” What’s Next: Following the men hosting Kaiser, the women play in the second game of a home doubleheader Friday night. It’ll be the Owls versus Murray State at 7:30 p.m. at FAU Soccer Stadium. |
