John Carroll University Athletics

SPRINGFIELD, OH. – John Carroll ended their third game of the week with a close match against Wittenberg. 

The Streaks couldn't hold off Wittenberg, giving the Tigers a 2-1 win this afternoon. 

Just 5 minutes into the game, the Tigers found the back of the cage, handing them the early 1-0 lead over the Streaks 

The Streaks had their fair share of chances the remainder of the quarter, just unable to capitalize. 

Back and forth fouls from the Tigers and the Streaks summed up the remainder of the half. It looked like the Tigers would take the lead going into the half, until a hard shot from Kierra Maxie led to a Blue Streaks goal.

It was now a tied game going into the half. 

As the second half began, the Tigers were once again able to take an early lead. A shot and goal from Wittenberg resulted in a one-goal lead over John Carroll. 

Fouls occurred for the remainder of the quarter, with not much action to be noted.

The Streaks weren't going to end the game without putting up a fight. 

John Carroll controlled the game throughout the fourth quarter. The Streaks were granted 7 penalty corners and took 14 shots throughout the last 15 minutes. Unfortunately, unable to capitalize on any. 

The Streaks put up a solid fight, outshooting the Tigers 17 to 16 on the day.  

Despite a close contest, the Blue Streaks couldn't hold off the Tigers, falling 2-1 this afternoon.

Next Up

The Streaks are on the road next weekend as they travel to Kentucky to take on Transylvania University on Saturday, October 17th at 1 PM.