BRISTOL, Tenn. — The King University women's soccer team wrapped up the 2026 season with a hard-fought 1-1 draw at home against North Greenville on Saturday at Parks Field. Both teams found the net early in the first half, but determined defending and strong goalkeeping saw the match end level in the final regular-season contest.
Match recap
King couldn't have asked for a better start, as Ella Froehlich scored just two minutes into the match off an assist from Victoria Thauer. North Greenville responded 10 minutes later, leveling the score through Allison Curlee. The Tornado and Crusaders traded chances for the remainder of the half, but neither side could break the deadlock.
The second half saw both teams push for a game-winner, with North Greenville holding an edge in shots and corners. King's defense, anchored by goalkeeper Susan Schaaf (five saves), held firm and preserved the draw. The Tornado finished with nine shots, four on target, while North Greenville tallied 16 shots and 11 corner kicks.
Ella Froehlich scored her team-leading goal early in the match, assisted by Victoria Thauer.
Susan Schaaf made five key saves to keep the match level.
King's defense stood tall against sustained pressure, allowing just one goal across 16 shots faced.
King closes the season at 3-9-4 overall and 2-7-4 in Conference Carolinas play.
Season reflection
The Tornado showed resilience all year, finishing with back-to-back draws and playing competitive soccer through the final whistle. The future looks bright as King looks to build on this year's foundation next fall.
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