A Shocking Start
The Iowa State Cyclones saw their perfect start to the season evaporate on Saturday night, as the Drake Bulldogs edged them 2-0 in a tightly contested matchup.
Both goals came early in the first half, with freshman forward Angela Gutierrez opening the scoring before Alexa Aylward doubled the lead. Izzy Snowden and Zoey Mahoney assisted on the strikes, while Eme McClenahan found the net for the first time in her collegiate career.
Despite being outshot 8-5, Iowa State managed four shots on goal compared to Drake’s two, and they held a corner kick advantage, but the Bulldogs’ defense held firm.
In goal, Addie Ford made four saves, securing her first clean sheet of the season, while Eme McClenahan’s breakthrough came against a backdrop of tight defensive play that limited the Cyclones’ chances.
The Bulldogs finished the game with four saves to Iowa State’s none, underscoring the pressure the Cyclones faced throughout the contest.
What’s Next for the Cyclones
Looking ahead, Iowa State will travel to face Creighton on August 23 at the Cyclone Sports Complex, a match that will be streamed live on ESPN+ and open to fans free of charge.