Southeastern Louisiana University’s women’s soccer squad concluded a demanding road trip with a hard‑fought 2‑2 draw against Southern Miss, snapping a streak of narrow defeats and marking the team’s first tie of the campaign.
The match opened with an early strike from Southern Miss’s Ava Bynes in the 22nd minute, putting the hosts ahead before the Lady Lions answered through Kaityln Tung’s 31st‑minute equaliser, her first goal of the season.
Just over half an hour later, junior forward Shae Kuntz doubled the lead with a well‑placed finish in the 56th minute, sending the visitors into the break up 2‑1.
Southern Miss pressed for a winner, but SLU’s senior goalkeeper Kendall Curran stood firm, making four crucial saves to preserve the advantage.
The momentum shifted again in the 85th minute when Ryan Smith struck, leveling the score at 2‑2 in the dying seconds and leaving both sides sharing the points.
Statistically, the Lady Lions managed ten attempts with six on target and three corner kicks, while Southern Miss out‑shot them 15‑6, including six on goal and six corners.
What the Tie Means for the Lady Lions
The draw underscores the team’s resilience and depth, suggesting that the coaching staff’s tactical adjustments are beginning to pay dividends as the season progresses.
Looking ahead, SLU will return to action on September 3 at 7 p.m. when they host Southern in Baton Rouge, a venue that promises another intense encounter.