Bristol, Tenn. – The King University women's soccer team continued its strong play at Parks Field on Tuesday night, earning a 2-1 non-conference victory over Mars Hill University. The win marks the Tornado's second consecutive home triumph and improves King's record to 2-2 on the season.
Mars Hill was first to strike when Leah Krugh converted a scoring opportunity in the 15th minute off an assist from Madelyn Yost, giving the Lions a 1-0 lead.
The Tornado answered just before halftime. In the 44th minute, Eylin Granados found the back of the net after a setup from Ella Froehlich, pulling King even at 1-1 heading into the break.
King maintained the pressure throughout the second half and eventually broke through in the 82nd minute. Mia Van Groningen Dack scored the match-winner to put the Tornado ahead 2-1. The King defense held firm over the final minutes, while goalkeeper Susan Schaaf made eight saves to secure the victory.
King returns to Conference Carolinas action on Saturday, September 12, traveling to Young Harris for a 1:00 p.m. matchup.
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