FHSU Athletics
HAYS, Kan. — Fort Hays State (3-11-2, 1-8-2) played to a 1-1 draw with Rogers State (2-7-7, 2-5-4) on Sunday at FHSU Soccer Stadium. FHSU collected its goal early on a penalty kick opportunity, while the Hillcats scored their goal inside the final three minutes to earn the draw.
Fort Hays State took the lead in the ninth minute when Jordyn Bredenberg drew a penalty in the box and Chaley French scored her penalty kick opportunity. Sydney Cotter was active offensively throughout the match with seven shots. She came close to adding a second goal for the Tigers a couple of times in the match, but unfortunately FHSU's one goal would not hold up.
Rogers State capitalized late when Kenzie Macklin scored in the 88th minute off a quick throw in and crossing pass, equalizing the match at 1-1. Te Waiariki Read and Brooke Hartshorn provided the assists.
The Tigers produced 13 shots in the match, compared to just four for the Hillcats. The Tigers played three of their goalkeepers, Jamie Kerkvliet, Tatum Hoge, and Hadley Ostrander. Hoge had a save in her 13-plus minutes of action. Calais Butts had three saves for RSU, playing the entire match.
Fort Hays State will host its final home match of the regular season against Nebraska-Kearney on Wednesday, Nov. 5, at 7 p.m. in Hays.