Central Missouri and Pittsburg State meet Friday in Wichita for a spot in the MIAA women’s soccer championship game. The Jennies advanced with a 2-0 quarterfinal win over Northwest Missouri State; the Gorillas enter undefeated and ranked No. 11 nationally.

By the Numbers
  • Central Missouri: 14-1-4; Pittsburg State: 14-0-5.
  • Kickoff: noon Friday, Nov. 6, at Scheels Stryker Sports Complex in Wichita, Kansas.
  • The teams’ all-time series is tied, 1-1-1; their Oct. 25 meeting ended in a 1-1 tie.
  • The Jennies have scored 44 goals and allowed 5 in 19 matches.
Yes, But

Central Missouri brings a potent attack and one of Division II’s strongest defenses, but Pittsburg State has yet to lose this season. Their recent draw suggests the semifinal could be closely contested.

State of Play
  • Central Missouri shut out Northwest Missouri State, 2-0, in the quarterfinals.
  • Goalkeeper Kristen Wright has 10 solo shutouts and a 0.28 goals-against average.
  • Midfielder Coryn Jespersen leads the MIAA with 13 assists.
  • Eight Jennies earned All-MIAA honors.
What’s Next

The winner advances to Sunday’s championship game at 2 p.m. in Wichita to face either top-seeded Washburn or No. 5 Emporia State.

Bottom Line

Central Missouri’s scoring depth and defensive record give it a strong case, but an unbeaten Pittsburg State side has already shown it can match the Jennies. A place in the final is on the line.