The Basics
Score: MNU 0 - Central Methodist 1
Record: MNU (14-3, 10-2), CMU (18-2-1, 11-0-1)
Location: Davis Field | Fayette, Mo.

FAYETTE, Mo. - The Pioneers kept the #7 team in the NAIA scoreless through 82 minutes, but a late goal gave Central Methodist a 1-0 victory in the Heart Tournament championship on Friday. The Pioneers earned an automatic bid to Nationals, however, via the tournament runner-up finish.

Turning Point
The goal in the 83rd minute was the difference.

Individual Leaders
Sarah Assumma (2), Renee Berak, Emily Carrasco, and Ona Barron recorded shots on goal. And Marcelle Thedinga had 6 saves.

Up Next
The next match is the First Round of Nationals on Thursday at a site to be determined. The NAIA will announce the NAIA National Championship qualifiers and locations on Monday at 11:00 here.