Soccer

Nebraska Soccer Holds South Dakota to a Draw in Home Opener

Freshmen step up as Huskers rally to secure 1-1 tie, setting sights on Notre Dame showdown

Nebraska's women's soccer squad opened its season at home against South Dakota, only to fall behind after a 41st‑minute strike from the Coyotes.

Despite the early setback, the Huskers dominated possession and outshot their opponents 25‑9, generating nine shots on goal while South Dakota managed just two.

The tide turned in the 82nd minute when freshman forward Emma Donnelly recorded her first career goal, slotting the ball past the keeper to level the contest.

Freshmen Ella Rudney, Ava Makovicka, Sadie Sant and Reese Snowden all contributed multiple attempts, while goaltender Avery Gillahan turned away three shots on goal with two saves.

Looking Ahead to Notre Dame

The Huskers will host Notre Dame on Thursday night at 7:05 p.m. CT, with the showdown streaming live on the Big Ten Network.

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