The Basics
Score: MNU 1 – Baker 1 (MNU wins 5–4 in shootout)
Record: MNU (13-2-4), Baker (14-4-2)
Location: Baldwin City, Kan. – Hartley Field
BALDWIN CITY, Kan. – #2 MNU won to the Heart Tournament Championship with a dramatic 5–4 shootout victory over top-seeded Baker Tuesday night after a 1–1 draw through double overtime at Hartley Field.
The Pioneers struck first when Jeremie Pelade found the net in the 6th minute, finishing a setup from Gabriel Fernandes Carneiro to give MNU an early lead.
The advantage held for more than 75 minutes, as
Tobias Stirl and the Pioneer defense turned away multiple Wildcat threats. But Baker leveled the match in the 85th minute when Ian Waindim converted from close range off a cross by Marco Salgado.
Neither side could find the winner through two overtime periods, setting the stage for penalties. MNU kept its composure from the spot, converting five of six attempts. Antonio Mugica, Pelade, Elyes Ellouz, David Stoklasek, and Ferdi Hagen all buried their kicks, while Tobias Stirl forced two key misses, including the decisive final attempt to seal the victory.
Turning Point
Baker's miss in the 6th round ended it.
Individual Leaders
Jeremie Pelade: 1 goal, 1 made PK
Gabriel Fernandes Carneiro: 1 assist
Tobias Stirl: 2 saves
Up Next
The next game will be in the Opening Round of Nationals at host sites. Sites and matchups will be announced Friday the 14th at 5:00.
