Parkside 3, Winona State 1
The Rangers opened the 2021 season with a match against the Winona State Warriors on Friday on the road.  After the Warriors found the back of the net and scored early, the Rangers scored three unanswered goals to earn their first win of the season.

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HOW IT HAPPENED
It took just over 11 minutes for the Warriors to get on the scoreboard, jumping out to an early lead.  The lead did not last long, as freshman Isabelle Rivera scored a goal in the 15^th minute.  In the 21^st minute, freshman Laura Sanchez found senior Suly Perez for a go-ahead goal, and the Rangers never looked back.  In the 66^th minute, freshman Abbey Canfield scored an insurance goal to put the Rangers up by two.

STATWORTHY
Rivera's goal was her first goal of the season and her second career goal, while Perez tallied her second career goal.  Laura Sanchez recorded her first assist of the year.  Abbey Canfield earned her first career goal on her first career shot.  Freshman Goal Keeper Mia Guyton recorded nine saves while allowing just one goal.

HEAR FROM COACH NIKOLIC
"I am really proud of the fight and determination the whole team put forth. This group has worked hard throughout preseason and was ready to get out on field today. We were very happy to see three goals in the back of the net and it's a great start for us."

WHAT'S NEXT FOR THE RANGERS
Parkside will make its home debut on Tuesday, Sept. 7, as they host Illinois-Springfield at noon on Wood Road Field.  Fans are encouraged to check out ParksideRangers.com/Tickets to purchase their tickets before Tuesday's match and for the rest of the season.