NAMPA, Idaho - The Northwest Nazarene women's soccer team earned a 1-0 victory over Montana State Billings on Thursday at the NNU Soccer Field.
The Nighthawks controlled the attack from the opening whistle, creating several opportunities before breaking through in the 32nd minute.
Attie Jo Westbrook put NNU's first shot on goal in the 24th minute before Mylee Carver Moulton forced another save just two minutes later.
NNU found the eventual game-winner at the 31:08 mark. Averie Green found Westbrook, who put the Nighthawks in front 1-0.
The Nighthawks continued to apply pressure through the remainder of the first half, with Sonja Daves putting another attempt on frame in the 38th minute. NNU entered halftime with an 11-3 advantage in shots and a 1-0 lead.
NNU continued to control possession and create chances in the second half. Abbey Blancett, Lucy Bergford and Carver Moulton each put shots on goal as the Nighthawks looked to add to their advantage.
On the other end, the NNU defense kept the Yellowjackets off the board. Alex Barrass made a pair of second-half saves, including one in the 84th minute, to preserve the 1-0 advantage and secure the shutout.
The win moves the Nighthawks to 3-7-3 overall and 3-4-2 in GNAC play.
By the numbers:
- NNU outshot MSUB 18-5 and held a 7-3 advantage in shots on goal.
- Westbrook scored the game-winning goal and finished with three shots, including two on goal.
- Green recorded the assist on Westbrook's goal.
- The Nighthawks held an 8-3 advantage in corner kicks.
- NNU committed just four fouls compared to 13 for MSUB.
- Barrass made three saves to record the clean sheet.
