The Basics
Score: MNU 2 - Mid-America Christian 2
Record: MNU (2-0-2), MACU (4-0-1)
Location: Pioneer Field | Olathe, Kan.
OLATHE, Kan. - The #15-ranked Pioneers led 2-0 with 15 minutes remaining on Monday, but #6-ranked Mid-America Christian managed a furious comeback to turn it into a draw. MNU got on the board first with a goal in the 33rd minute when
Duarte Chapelas found
Nicolas Theberge on a long pass. Theberge deftly fed
Rick Hovinga across the goal face and Hovinga finished easily for a 1-0 lead.
In the 68th minute,
Tom Chartier found
Preston McKay for an upper 90 strike to extend the lead.
MACU answered with a goal in the 77th minute, then threw everything forward looking for the equalizer. It came in the 90th minute on a beautiful long volley, and MNU had to settle for the draw.
Turning Point
MACU's goal in the 90th minute tied the game.
Individual Leaders
Rick Hovinga and
Preston McKay had MNU's 2 goals.
Duarte Chapelas,
Nicolas Theberge, and
Tom Chartier recorded assists. And
Tobias Stirl had 6 saves.
Up Next
The next match is Saturday at #22 Hastings (0-3-1) at 5:30.
