South Dakota State vs. North Dakota Women’s Soccer Box Score – Sept. 27, 2026

Early Advantage for North Dakota

North Dakota opened the scoring early in the first half when Hunter Borgel netted her fourth goal of the season at the 13:13 mark. Charlie Basinet picked up the assist on the play, giving the visitors an early 1-0 lead. North Dakota managed five shots in the opening half, putting four on target against South Dakota State goalkeeper play.

Defensively, North Dakota held the lead through the remainder of the first half, backed by two saves from goalkeeper Thale Ruether. The squad maintained its defensive shape as the match crossed into the intermission, despite a yellow card issued to South Dakota State’s Ellie Gusman in the 20th minute.

South Dakota State Second-Half Rally

South Dakota State shifted the momentum after halftime, outshooting North Dakota 14-2 in the second period. MaKynlie Cade equalized for the hosts at 55:17 with her first goal of the season, leveling the score at 1-1.

The home side continued to press the attack, leading to a decisive sequence in the 81st minute.

Match Statistics and Discipline

South Dakota State finished the match with a 19-7 advantage in total shots and a 6-4 edge in shots on goal.

Referee Rae Gerking administered three yellow cards during the contest. Ellie Gusman of South Dakota State received a caution in the 20th minute, followed by North Dakota’s Hunter Borgel in the 59th minute and Bailee Zentner in the 81st minute before an attendance of 257 spectators at Fishback Soccer Park.