A Defensive Stalemate in Ames
Iowa State University and Creighton University played to a 0‑0 draw on Sunday evening at the Cyclone Sports Complex, a match that was defined more by its physicality than by scoring chances.
The game quickly evolved into a test of endurance, with seven yellow cards issued and a combined 28 fouls that kept the referee busy from the first whistle.
Iowa State’s attacking trio — Megan Walters, Cassidy Corcione and Sophie Forrester — each fired three shots, but only three of the Cyclones’ 15 attempts were on target, two of them saved by goalkeeper Eme McClenahan.
Creighton’s Blu Keiper managed two shots, while the Bluejays managed only two on‑goal attempts, both of which were denied by McClenahan, who recorded her second clean sheet of the season.
Four Bluejays completed the full 90 minutes, with goalkeepers Morgan Paley and Kailey Hall each seeing 45 minutes of action before being replaced.
Looking Ahead to the Iowa Rivalry
The next encounter will see Iowa State host Iowa on August 27 at the same venue, a match that will be streamed live on ESPN+ and is open to the public without charge.
Free admission to the Cyclone Sports Complex adds an extra layer of excitement for fans eager to see how the Cyclones respond after a tightly contested draw.
Both coaches praised the defensive resolve of their squads, noting that the high foul count reflected a willingness to fight for every ball in a season‑opening clash between Big 12 and Big East programs.