WAXAHACHIE, Texas – The Concordia University Texas women's soccer team generated several opportunities on Tuesday evening, but the Tornados fell 2-0 to Nelson University.
Nelson struck early when they found the back of the net in the fourth minute to give the Lions a 1-0 advantage. Concordia responded by creating chances of its own, including a shot on goal from Mahaley Merkens in the 37th minute, but the Tornados entered halftime trailing by one.
CTX continued to apply pressure after the break. Lorian Lopez produced a pair of shots early in the second half before Riley Jackson forced a save in the 64th minute. Nelson extended its advantage in the 71st minute when Ruiz converted a penalty kick for her second goal of the match.
The Tornados continued attacking despite the two-goal deficit. Karis Hickey put a header on frame in the 80th minute, but Nelson goalkeeper Delaney Murphy made the save to preserve the shutout.
Concordia finished with a 7-6 advantage in shots and a 4-3 edge in corner kicks. Hickey, Jackson and Merkens each placed a shot on goal, while Lopez led CTX with two total attempts.
Concordia Texas will next head to Brownwood, Texas to take on Howard Payne next Monday, September 21st. First serve is scheduled for 7:30pm.
To keep up to date with everything surrounding the CTX women's soccer program, follow us on social media @ctxathletics and visit athletics.concordia.edu.
