Missouri Western scored twice in the final 11 minutes to pull away for a 3-0 win over Northwest Missouri State in Wednesday’s MIAA regular-season finale. The Bearcats created chances but managed just three shots on goal despite outshooting the Griffons, and will turn to the MIAA Tournament next.

By the Numbers
  • Final score: Missouri Western 3, Northwest Missouri State 0.
  • Shots: Northwest 11, Missouri Western 10.
  • Corners: Northwest 9, Missouri Western 3.
  • Northwest put 3 shots on goal; goalkeeper Taryn Lewis made 2 saves.
Yes, But

Northwest held the edge in shots and corners and kept the match within one goal until late, but Missouri Western converted twice in the final 11 minutes to secure the shutout.

State of Play
  • Northwest finished the regular season 5-9-3 overall and 5-5-2 in the MIAA.
  • The Bearcats have qualified for the MIAA Tournament.
  • Missouri Western closed the regular season at 8-3-7 overall and 5-3-4 in conference play.
What's Next

Northwest will play Sunday in the MIAA Tournament. The opponent, kickoff time and venue will be set when the conference releases its bracket.

Bottom Line

The Bearcats generated pressure but couldn’t turn it into goals; their postseason path now depends on converting those chances when the MIAA Tournament begins.