Tigers fall to Lakers in penalty shootout

The Nipissing Lakers triumphed over the host Dalhousie Tigers in a thrilling penalty shootout, winning 0-0 (4-3) after a scoreless 90 minutes in the second consolation semifinal of the 2024 BMO U SPORTS Women's Soccer Championship at Wickwire Field.

The match was a tense battle, with both teams creating scoring opportunities yet failing to find the back of the net. Nipissing managed three shots at the goal, while Dalhousie also had three. Goalkeepers Hayden Hanley and Brianne Macdonald were both stellar, each making the one saved they were asked to during regulation time.
As the match went to penalties, the atmosphere grew electric, reminiscent of classic sports films like "Escape to Victory," where every shot feels like a desperate last stand. Nipissing took the lead in the shootout, converting four penalties, while Dalhousie scored three of their attempts.

The climactic win allows Nipissing to advance within the tournament, where they will face Trinity Western in the fifth-place game, scheduled for Saturday at 4 p.m. Atlantic. Dalhousie closes their season with a record of 5-5-4 (5-4-3 AUS).