Box Score Nevada 1, UNLV 0
Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024
Las Vegas, Nev.

Nevada Goal Scorer
Trinity Sandridge - 81'

LAS VEGAS, Nev. - In its final regular season game, Nevada took on rival UNLV in the Silver State Series, locking down a postseason spot with a 1-0 victory over the Rebels.

A second-half PK by Trinity Sandridge is what propelled the Wolf Pack over the Rebels.

Nevada came out strong from the beginning, firing off shots and keeping UNLV off the board. Heading into the break, Nevada was out-shooting UNLV and Alyssa Szarlacki had three saves for the Wolf Pack. 

Neither team was able to connect, taking the 0-0 draw into the second half.

Coming out of halftime, it continued to be a strong battle as halfway through the second 45, it was dead even as both teams had gotten off 14 shots. Cassidy Bell and Olivia Loomis each got off good looks, but were unable to connect. In the 81st minute, Sandridge was awarded a penalty kick after a review. Her shot was into the top right corner of the goal, giving the Wolf Pack the go-ahead over the Rebels.

The defense of Nevada held strong through the remaining minutes, taking the 1-0 win and clinching a spot in the Mountain West Conference Tournament.

Szarlacki ended the night with seven saves and Sandridge is credited with the game-winner.

Nevada will now play Colorado State on November 3 at 4 PM in San Diego.