TIGERS BATTLE TO SCORELESS DRAW AGAINST INDIANA NORTHWEST

Crown Point, Ind. — Olivet Nazarene (IL) played to a scoreless draw against Indiana Northwest on Wednesday evening, with the Tigers' goalkeeper recording a shutout by making two crucial saves.

Olivet Nazarene (IL) holds a record of 5-0-6 overall and 3-0-5 in conference play. Indiana Northwest stands at 4-3-7 overall with a 2-2-4 mark in conference competition.

The first half commenced with Olivet pressing forward with multiple attempts on goal. Despite several shots, including those from Sofia Diaz and Marisa Lopez, the team was unable to convert, as Indiana Northwest's goalkeeper Isabel Escalera made crucial saves. Melea Miller had a promising opportunity with a penalty kick at the 21:53 mark, but it went wide.

Olivet continued to apply pressure throughout the half, with Aaliyah Racadio-Kahoohanohano and Rebekah Delia contributing to the attacking efforts. However, the defensive efforts of Indiana Northwest kept the game scoreless. The first half concluded with both teams locked at 0-0, as Olivet sought to break the deadlock.

Olivet began the second half with immediate pressure, highlighted by an early shot from Miller that went high. Despite several offensive efforts, including a shot by Samantha Guerra saved by Escalera at the 52:50 mark, Olivet was unable to find the back of the net.

As the half progressed, Olivet continued to apply pressure with multiple corner kicks and shots on goal. Miller's attempt at 87:54 was again saved by Escalera, maintaining the deadlock. The defense held firm with goalkeeper Meegan Randall making crucial saves, including a stop on Erin Harrison's shot at 80:05. The half ended with the score still tied at 0-0, as both teams were unable to convert their chances.

Melea Miller led the team with seven shots, placing four on target. Racadio-Kahoohanohano recorded three shots, all of which were on goal. Randall contributed with a clean sheet, making two saves in the match. Diaz managed one shot on goal, adding to the team's offensive efforts.

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*Contact: Annabel Murley, Sports Information Graduate Assistant, almurley@olivet.edu