Today's game started off with sunny, 25-degree weather as the Cougars launched into the game with energy and aggression.
At the 9 minute mark, there were various scoring chances for the Cougars and they consistently matched the athleticism of the Thunderbirds.
The score is tied 0-0 and both teams won't let up. Both the Cougars and Thunderbirds displayed strong offense and are well matched.
A throw-in by Cougars defender Caitlyn Vieira that stirred up momentum for the Cougars, moving forward into the 36th minute of play.
A close shot by Cougars defender Sophie Kinghorn that veered just left of the net. The Cougars showed great defense and hustle.
Three minutes of stoppage time was added to the first half and the score is still tied at 0-0.
Cougars forward Dany Juarez had a very close shot but to no avail.
Moving into half time, at 47 minutes in, the score remains tied 0-0. Both teams maintain their speed and drive to get multiple scoring chances.
With a free kick, the Thunderbirds take control as the Cougars maintain position and focus.
Cougars defender Ruby Szautner kicks with force down the field while Cougars defender Isabella Chirico uses her speed to match the Thunderbirds aggressive play.
With approximately 20 minutes left of play, the pressure creeps up and Thunderbird midfielder Holly Whelan shoots and scores the first goal of the game bringing the score up to 1-0 for the Thunderbirds, assisted by Ava Ferreira.
Less than 2 minutes later, Thunderbird midfielder Bailey Doerksen scores bringing the score up to 2-0, with an assist by Maddy Norman.
With 13 minutes left in the game, Thunderbird Bailey Doerksen scores her second goal of the game and the score now sits at 3-0 for the Thunderbirds, with an assist by Jayda Thompson.
Soon after, Thunderbird forward Vanessa Tome scores her first goal of the game, assisted by Maddy Norman, bringing up the score to a dominant 4-0 score for the Thunderbirds.
With three minutes added to the second half, the Cougars keep up their momentum, but have minimal scoring opportunities left.
The Thunderbirds take home a 4-0 victory against the Cougars in what was a high-pressure game.
Next up, the Mount Royal University Cougars take on the University of the Fraser Valley Cascades Friday, Sept. 13th at 7PM at Rotary Stadium.
