PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas - Prairie View A&M goalkeeper Natalie Grajeda made a save in the 89th minute to preserve a 1-1 draw with Nicholls on September 3 at Lady Panther Soccer Field. The Panthers led for nearly 20 minutes before conceding a late equalizer in the afternoon match.
The teams played a scoreless first half as both goalkeepers turned away two shots. Jennifer Montes produced Prairie View A&M's first shot on goal at 28:01, sending an attempt toward the bottom center. Amelia Olowu tested the goalkeeper again at 41:39, but the game remained scoreless going into the half. In the first half, Natalie Grajeda made 2 saves for the Panthers.
Prairie View A&M broke through at 65:41 after earning consecutive corner kicks. Emely Reyes delivered the assist to Jennifer Montes, who finished into the bottom center of the goal for a 1-0 lead. The goal capped a strong performance by Montes, who played all 90 minutes and put both of their shots on target. Mya Young nearly added to the advantage with a shot on goal at 76:09. Nicholls pulled even with a goal at 85:31. Natalie Grajeda completed the match with six saves and allowed only one goal over 90 minutes.
The Panthers will play their next match at home on September 11 against Tarleton State, with a 7 PM kickoff.
