Alex Bilka, Olivia Belack and Ally Lonas jumped-started the Lions attack with 10 shots on goal during the first half. The Lions defense competed hard, keeping Altoona's 6 shots from hitting the back of the net. Missed opportunities from the Lions and tough defense from both teams kept the game even and scoreless going into half time.
A few words from Head Coach Patrick O'Driscoll and the Lions were back out for the start of the second half.
Following the sound of the whistle, PSB began to take over the game. PSB created team pressure throughout the field leading to numerous turnovers and team possession. Ally Lonas threaded passes and ran down loose balls giving the Lions the better part of the second half. The lone goal was scored by Olivia Belack after full team defense created a goal scoring opportunity in the 70th minute. After collecting the turnover pass from Rachel Oelbracht, Alex Bilka dribbled toward Altoona defenders before slipping a pass to Belack for the go ahead goal.
Only ten minutes after the Lions goal, Altoona forward Shoshana Mahoney would score an unassisted goal to tie the game in the 80th minute. Counting down the minutes on the clock, Lion forwards came away with chances but couldn't find a way to win the game in regulation.
Penn State Behrend continued pressure on Altoona defense by recording 5 shots on goal compared to Altoona's 2 throughout the first and second overtime. The scoring chances continued and team possession gave Jordan Oberlander the opportunity to chip a pass between two Altoona defenders where Olivia Belack put away the golden goal for the win.
Penn State Behrend returns to action tomorrow at Hilert for their second conference game of the season.
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