UMD Dominates Minnesota Crookston 5-1 on Senior Day

The University of Minnesota Duluth soccer team defeated the University of Minnesota Crookston 5-1 on Senior Day inside James S. Malosky Stadium in Duluth, Minn., securing five goals from five different scorers.

Senior Day Domination Inside Malosky Stadium

The Bulldogs established control early by netting three goals in the first half before adding two more in the second stanza. Keira Olabode opened the scoring in the 13th minute with her first career goal, striking a ball from over 30 yards out that beat the Golden Eagles goalkeeper five-hole for a 1-0 lead. Kami Beavers extended the advantage in the 38th minute by burying a rebound from Nora Helvig. Just one minute later, Helvig scored off a through ball from Tessa Hyland, pushing the margin to 3-0 before halftime.

The offensive pressure continued after the break. Senior Caitlin Sheleski notched her first career goal in the 70th minute with a shot from outside the 18-yard box to make it 4-0. Rookie Abby Plahn added the fifth and final Bulldog goal in the 74th minute. Minnesota Crookston avoided the shutout when they broke through in the 85th minute, bringing the final score to 5-1.

UM Duluth Dominates Minnesota Crookston Statistically

UM Duluth dominated the pitch statistically, outshooting the visitors seven shots on goal to three. The Bulldogs also earned a 6-1 advantage in corner kicks. Edy Halverson recorded two saves for the home side, while Phoenix DeBrusk stopped two shots for Minnesota Crookston.

The result leaves the Golden Eagles winless on the season with an overall record of 0-8-5 and an NSIC mark of 0-7-3. Meanwhile, the Bulldogs improved their standing to 7-4-2 overall and 6-3-1 in conference play.

Upcoming Matchup at Concordia-St. Paul

The Bulldogs return to the pitch on Friday, Oct. 16, 2026, traveling to St. Paul, Minn., to face Concordia-St. Paul at Sea Foam Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 6:00 p.m.