CLARKSVILLE, TENN. – The Queens University of Charlotte women's soccer team (4-5-7, 2-2-6 ASUN) finished with a 1-1 draw against Austin Peay (5-9-4, 3-4-3 ASUN) on Sunday afternoon. The two teams came into the match tied for sixth place in the conference, both fighting to clinch a spot in the postseason. This draw keeps the teams tied for sixth and sets the Royals up for a very important regular-season finale on Saturday.

Scoring Summary
7' – APSU – Alec Baumgardt (Assist Kiara Pralle)
82' – QUEENS ( Austin Peay Own Goal)

Turning Point
The Royals trailed throughout most of the match after an early goal by the Govs in the seventh minute. The equalizer in the match came in the 82nd minute as Laney Newnam crossed a ball that was knocked in by an Austin Peay defender. The goal proved to be huge for the Royals' postseason hopes as it gave the team a point in conference play.

Key Stats & Notes

• The Royals were out shot 13-11 on the day.
• This result gives Queens its seventh draw of the season. 
• Amy Hare, Sophia Muetterties, and Maddy Leone all led the team with 2 shots.
• Annika Wilker received a yellow card in the 49^th minute which makes it back-to-back matches with yellow cards for the sophomore defender.
• The Govs won the corner battle 6-4
• Erica Turner, Hilda Svensson, Grace Sain, Laney Newnam, Annika Wilker, and Sophia Muetterties played all 90 on the pitch.

Up Next
The Royals close out their regular season at home against Kennesaw State on Saturday, October 21 at 1:00 p.m. Fans can watch the match on ESPN Plus or purchase tickets by visiting the Queens Athletics website. Last year, the two teams finished the match with a 1-1 draw.

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