College soccer: Denver Pioneers blank Bison

By Thomas Evanella

March 05, 2021 at 6:52 PM

DENVER — The hosting Denver Pioneers shut-out the North Dakota State women's soccer team Friday, March 5 in the Mile High City.

The two sides went into the halftime break goalless, though the Pioneers managed two shots on frame in the opening half.

Denver commanded the second half, with Sami Feller breaking the deadlock in the 63rd minute off an assist from Natalie Beckman.

NDSU was unable to threaten Denver goalie Nerea Arrazola in either half as the Pioneers put eight shots on goals compared to zero from the visiting Bison.

Denver moved to 7-1 overall and 7-0 in conference play. With 21 points, the Pioneers sit atop the conference. The Bison fell to 5-2 and with 15 points are second in the Summit League.

The two teams play again at 2 p.m., Sunday, March 7.

By Thomas Evanella

Thomas Evanella is a reporter for The Forum. He's worked for The Forum for over three years, primarily reporting on business news. He's also the host of the InForum Business Beat podcast, which can be streamed at InForum.com/podcasts or wherever you listen to your podcasts. Reach him at tevanella@forumcomm.com or by calling 701-241-5518. Follow him on Twitter @ThomasEvanella.

College soccer: Denver Pioneers blank Bison

The Bison did not manage a shot on goal in the contest.