Vikings Score First on Cataldi Long-Range Shot But Can’t Hold Off Bears Comeback

GREELEY, Colo. -- After a disallowed goal and a shot just off the post in the final minute, the Portland State Vikings fell just short in a 2-1 loss against Northern Colorado on Thursday. Portland State hit the ground running, outshooting Northern Colorado 4-1 in the first 15 minutes. The Vikings' midfielders played strongly; the Bears kept forcing the ball into the midfield instead of along the sides of the pitch, which ultimately hindered their game. In the 15th minute, Alexi Cataldi scored, earning her first career goal and putting the Vikings up 1-0. Almost exactly 11 minutes later in...