North Dakota State’s women’s soccer squad brought a six‑game home stand to a close on August 30 with a much‑anticipated series opener against Presbyterian. The Bison hosted the match at Dacotah Field, where a 1 p.m. kickoff drew a crowd that could enjoy the game without a ticket price, while parking was directed to designated lots after the usual hours.
Live coverage streamed on the Summit League Network and via GoBison.com gave fans a front‑row view of a contest that saw senior forward Morgan Russmann net her seventh career game‑winning goal, a tally that places her third all‑time among Division I players. Freshmen Maddie Miller and Ellie Sanchez each recorded their first career goals, and sophomore Ava Stanchina contributed a career‑high two assists, underscoring the depth of the roster.
A milestone match for the Bison
The match also carried a nostalgic note, as the two schools had only previously met in women’s basketball, with NDSU’s basketball team securing a 66‑51 victory in the 2000‑01 season opener. That historical footnote added an extra layer of excitement to a soccer series that had never before been staged.
Heading into the next chapter, the Bison will board a flight to Santa Barbara, California, where they are slated to face Westmont on Thursday, August 31, at 4:15 p.m. CT, continuing a West Coast road trip that promises new challenges and opportunities for growth.