ONU vs. Heidelberg

The Polar bears earned their 6th conference victory Tuesday evening as they battled the Student Princes through double overtime to win 2-1. This marks the third game in a row that has needed extra time and the second game in a row that the Polar Bears have earned the win. Last night's contest with Heidelberg also marked the second overtime game winning goal scored by freshman Sami Atkinson. Atkinson would also score the first goal for ONU in the 34th minute off of a free kick by senior Chelsea Albert. Freshman Sandy Plunkett would also be credited with the assist of Atkinson's goal which tied the score at 1-1 after the 'berg opened scoring in the 28th minute.

The Polar Bears continued to move the ball and pressure the Heidelberg defense throughout the entire second half. Solid play from the ONU defense would keep the 'berg at bay and force the game into overtime. ONU battled through the first overtime creating dangerous scoring chances and tallying 4 shots on goal. Again, the Polar Bears kept up the intensity in the second overtime and as the clock was winding down Junior Alyssa Merrick stepped up to take a corner kick for the Polar Bears. Atkinson would find the ball on the far post, curl it back toward the goal, and would then force the ball over the line to seal the Northern victory. With the win, ONU remains at second place as they approach the final regular season game this Friday when they host Marietta College. Friday's 4pm match also celebrates senior day as seniors Chelsea Albert, MaryAnne Ventura, and Natalie White will be honored for the Polar Bears.