ST. JOSEPH – The Missouri Western Soccer team fell 3-2 on Sunday to Lindenwood. The Griffons fell behind early as Lindenwood sank in goals at the 15th and 19th minutes. After halftime adjustments, the Griffons would become the aggressors in the second half.
Bailey Dervin got the Griffons on the board as she directed in a deflected corner kick from Maddie Cowell. In the 75th minute, Layne Shepherd knocked in a free kick from Cowell as the Griffons would get the equalizer for the time being. Lindenwood would score on a penalty kick just minutes later to secure the win. Missouri Western was credited with five shots on goal, all coming in the second half.
The Griffons will look to regroup as they travel to Missouri Southern on Thursday, Sept. 29 and Southwest Baptist on Saturday, Oct. 1.
— MWSU Athletics —
