MURFREESBORO, N.C. - In a gripping league soccer encounter on October 29, 2024, the Chowan University Hawks fought to a 1-1 draw against the UNC Pembroke Braves at Murfreesboro, N.C. The Hawks move to 4-8-3 overall and 2-6-3 in conference. The Braves are now 9-3-4 and 8-0-4 in conference. 

THE BASICS

FINAL | Chowan 1, UNC Pembroke 1

RECORDS | Chowan 4-8-3, UNC Pembroke 9-3-4

LOCATION | Murfreesboro, N.C. 

THE SCORING

77:41  Natasha Bailey 

88:01 Sarah Bonifant (Anna Grossheim)

INSIDE THE BOXSCORE

As the match progressed, the intensity on the field escalated, culminating in two late goals that defined the fixture. Chowan's Natasha Bailey broke the deadlock at 77:41. However, the Braves responded quickly with Sarah Bonifant finding the back of the net at 88:01, ensuring the spoils were shared.

Both goalkeepers had stellar performances, with Chowan's Kirsten Petersen and UNC Pembroke's Anna Bass each making 13 saves, highlighting their crucial roles in the day's outcome. Despite the tie, this result adds a valuable point to Chowan's league tally.

UP NEXT

Looking ahead, the Hawks are set to face Barton in an away fixture on November 1, 2024, at Wilson, N.C.