The Mount Marty University (MMU) women's soccer team pulled off the biggest win in school history on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, defeating the heavily favored Morningside University Mustangs in the GPAC Tournament Quarterfinals.
The #8 seeded Lancers secured the massive upset over the #1 seeded Mustangs after battling to a 1-1 draw through 110 minutes of regulation and two overtime periods, advancing in a dramatic penalty kick shootout (3-2). This victory sends Mount Marty to the GPAC Tournament Semifinals for the first time ever.
Match Summary and Scoring
The match was a tense, back-and-forth defensive battle, with all scoring occurring late in the second half.
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Final Score: 1-1 (MMU advances via penalty kicks, 3-2).
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Time of Play: 110 minutes (Regulation, 2 OTs).
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Morningside Goal (78:54): The Mustangs took a late lead as Mia Stoffel scored, assisted by Melissa Tsatiris. (0-1 Morningside)
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Lancers Equalizer (86:57): With less than four minutes left in regulation, Rhyli Grim stepped up and scored the crucial, unassisted equalizer to force overtime. (1-1 Tie)
Penalty Kick Shootout Heroes (MMU Wins 3-2)
The Lancers were successful on three penalty kicks, securing the historic advancement.
Defensive and Offensive Effort
Goalkeeper Brooklyn McNac had a phenomenal performance to keep the Lancers in the game, backed by a strong defensive effort.
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Goalkeeping Heroics: Goalkeeper Brooklyn McNac recorded 6 saves through the 110 minutes to secure the crucial draw.
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Offensive Leaders: Rhyli Grim was the Lancer hero, scoring the tying goal and leading the team with 2 shots on goal. Alyssa Rios also recorded 2 shots on goal.
| Statistic |
Mount Marty |
Morningside (Iowa) |
| Shots |
13 |
15 |
| Shots on Goal |
8 |
7 |
| Saves |
6 |
7 |
| Corner Kicks |
4 |
3 |
The thrilling win sends the Lancers to the GPAC Tournament Semifinals for the first time. Mount Marty will play #4 Dordt University at 5 PM on Saturday!
