BILLINGS, Mont. – The Black Hills State University women's soccer team was edged by Carroll College, 1-0, on Saturday afternoon. The match wrapped up the Yellow Jacket's nonconference slate of games.

The Saints (3-1-1) opened the game on the offensive, getting off six shots before Jessica Schuman forced a save in the 16th minute. Carroll broke through in the 29th minute, when Makayla Welch scored on a cross from the right flank.

In the second half, the Yellow Jackets spent more time in the attacking third, putting three shots on frame. However, Carroll's defense was able to hold, and the Saints took the victory, 1-0.

Katie Jones led the Yellow Jackets with two shots, both on goal. Schuman and Marissa Dowlin both tallied a shot. Teagen Hartley (0-3) played the first half in goal, allowing one goal and making six saves. Dz-Rae Jara played the final 45 minutes, making three saves.

The Green and Gold will next open Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference play at home. BHSU will welcome Fort Lewis September 20, before hosting Adams State September 22. Friday's match against the Skyhawks is scheduled to kickoff at 5 p.m.

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Black Hills State is located in the Northern Black Hills of South Dakota, sponsoring 13 NCAA sports with membership in the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference, the NCAA emerging sport of women's triathlon and NIRA rodeo. For all information regarding Yellow Jacket Athletics, please visit BHSUAthletics.com or follow us on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram @BHSUAthletics.

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