DES MOINES, Iowa – Indiana State put together a determined defensive effort on Sunday afternoon but fell 3-0 to Drake at Mediacom Stadium in Missouri Valley Conference play. 

The Sycamores held firm through much of the first half, with goalkeeper Delaney Timmons turning away three early shots to keep the Bulldogs off the board. Drake broke through in the 34th minute to take a 1-0 lead into halftime, but Indiana State continued to stay organized defensively behind strong play from Mackenzie Mills, Brooklyn Woods, and Riley Mathews along the back line. 

In the second half, the Sycamores continued to contest every challenge as Drake pushed forward. Timmons added three more saves, including key stops in the 54th and 77th minutes, to finish with six on the day. The Bulldogs found the net twice midway through the period to extend their lead, but Indiana State battled until the final whistle. 

How They Scored 
33:18 – Drake 1–0: Angela Gutierrez scored with a right-footed shot to the bottom left corner, assisted by Maddie Rosenblum. 
73:35 – Drake 2–0: Isabella Balsley extended the lead with a finish to the bottom left. 
74:38 – Drake 3–0: Ivy Sobel added to the tally with a right-footed strike to the center of the goal. 

News & Notes 

• Goalkeeper Delaney Timmons recorded six saves, almost equaling her season high of seven. 

• Indiana State moves to 2-1-1 in MVC play. 

Up Next 
Indiana State returns to Memorial Stadium on Sunday, October 12, to host Valparaiso. Kickoff is set for 1 p.m. ET. 

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