KENOSHA, Wis. -- The North Park women's soccer team lost a hard-fought contest to the Carthage Firebirds, 1-0, on Wednesday night,
The Vikings had a few scoring opportunities, out-shooting their opponent 11 - 9, including six shots on goal. North Park also held a 4-2 corner kicks advantage.
However, despite 84 minutes of scoreless soccer, Carthage's Leah Martin took advantage of a penalty kick goal at the 84:51 mark.
North Park (3-9-2, 1-4-1 CCIW) hosts its final home contest of the season this coming Saturday, October 22, as part of a Holmgren Athletic Complex tripleheader. Kickoff against Wheaton (4-7-3, 3-2-1 CCIW) is set for 5 PM CST.