The SIUE Cougars, seeded fourth, are set to face the top-seeded Lindenwood Lions in the OVC Tournament semifinals on November 12 at Hunter Stadium. SIUE aims to capitalize on recent momentum following a 2-0 shutout victory over Western Illinois, with Ethan Hackenberg scoring both goals. This matchup marks the third meeting between the teams this season, with the past results influencing the stakes of this semifinal clash.

By the Numbers
  • SIUE has a record of 6-10-2 (4-4-2 OVC) compared to Lindenwood's 13-2-3 (6-2-2 OVC).
  • SIUE has achieved five wins in the OVC Tournament, maintaining a perfect 5-0 record.
State of Play
  • SIUE recently shut out Western Illinois in the quarterfinals, proving their defensive strength.
  • Ethan Hackenberg scored two goals in that match, marking an important career milestone.
What's Next

The outcome of the semifinal against Lindenwood will determine if SIUE advances to the OVC Championship, impacting their season and potential postseason opportunities.

Bottom Line

With a strong finish to their last match, SIUE is poised to challenge Lindenwood, emphasizing the importance of capitalizing on scoring opportunities and defensive organization to secure a place in the championship.