Box Score KANEOHE, HI (October 12, 2013)—The Hawai`i Pacific Women's Soccer Team (4-6, 2-3) received a late goal from
Ashlyn Ubongen, propelling it to a 1-0 victory over Notre Dame de Namur (4-6-1, 2-2-1) on Saturday.
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Late in the game it appeared that the two teams were on their way to overtime until HPU found some magic.
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After several near misses and hit crossbars, the Columbia Blue and Kelly Green struck pay dirt in the 89
th minute when Ubongen deposited a self-volley goal into the back of the net.
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HPU's smothering defense would hold the Argonauts at bay running the next two minutes off the clock for the 1-0 victory.
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HPU controlled play throughout, holding a 19-11 shot advantage for the match. Sea Warrior keeper
Anu Kahele-Manners made her first save just 90 seconds in to play and was only tested once for the remainder of the game.
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Beyond the 19-11 shot advantage, the Sea Warriors also held a 9-2 advantage in shots on goal.
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While not seeing much action, Kahele-Manners was solid in the shots she faced, picking up her second straight shutout victory.
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The six-game home stand continues on Monday, October 14th when the Sea Warriors entertain Fresno Pacific at Atherton Field. Kick off is scheduled for 12:30 p.m.