ST. CLOUD, Minn. — St. Cloud State extended its winning streak to three matches with a commanding 4-1 victory over Wayne State (NE) on Friday. The Huskies, ranked among regional powerhouses with an 11-1-4 record, controlled the contest from start to finish against the visiting Wildcats, who fall to 6-6-4 on the season.
St. Cloud State's offensive pressure proved relentless throughout the 90 minutes. The home squad generated consistent attacking opportunities, with multiple players testing Wayne State's defense. The Huskies' depth and tactical execution created separation early, establishing a commanding advantage that the Wildcats could never overcome despite their late penalty conversion.
Linsey Trapino led St. Cloud State's offensive charge with multiple shot attempts that kept Wayne State's goalkeeper under constant duress. Ellie Primerano also contributed significantly to the Huskies' attacking play, generating chances throughout the match. The combination of Trapino and Primerano's movement created space for supporting players and forced Wayne State into a reactive defensive posture for extended stretches.
Wayne State managed one goal from the penalty spot in the 87th minute when Briella Thompsen converted after Chloe Orlow received a yellow card for persistent infringement. The penalty provided the Wildcats' only moment of offensive success in a match dominated by St. Cloud State's superior possession and positioning.
St. Cloud State's defense remained organized throughout, limiting Wayne State's scoring opportunities despite the visitors' attempts to generate attacking play. The Huskies' backline, anchored by