FLORENCE, ALA. – A tough defensive battle results in the Queens University of Charlotte women's soccer team's (2-4-2 overall, 0-1-1 ASUN) second scoreless draw of the season against in the North Alabama Lions (5-2-3 overall, 1-0-1 ASUN). This is the third draw for the Lions who came into the match on a four-game winning streak.  
  
Turning Point
In a match where the Royals did not produce much offense, the difference in the match proved to be the relentless defense of the Queens backline and goalkeeper. Erica Turner faced the most shots attempted by a team this season with 20 shots coming off the boots of seven different Lions players. The graduate goalkeeper saved seven shots with her diving save in the 85th minute being the biggest play of the game. The save took away the Lions last and best attempt to hit the back of the net.

Key Stats & Notes

• The Royals offense struggled with the team finishing the match with a season low four shots and only one shot on goal.
• Connie Dutton, Maddy Leone, Sophia Muetterties, and Chelsea Devettori were the players that got a shot on the day with Leone having the lone shot on goal.
• Sophomore defender Annika Wilker went down with injury in 54th minute and did not return.
• Six Royals, including Erica Turner, Hilda Svensson, Grace Sain, Savannah Stuart, Sophia Muetterties, and Chelsea Devettori all turned in a complete game.
• The Royals were coached by acting head coach Sage Dieterle who stepped up as head coach Shannon Neely Noel did not make the trip.

Up Next
The Royals will be back in action against Eastern Kentucky University on Thursday September 21st for a 7:00 p.m. kickoff at Dickson Field. Fans can watch the match on ESPN Plus and tickets can be purchased on the Queens Athletic website. This will be the first matchup between the two teams.

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