LINCOLN, Mo. — Rockhurst and Lincoln (MO) played to a 0-0 draw on Sunday, extending both teams' recent struggles to find the back of the net. The visiting Hawksbills (11-3-3) and host Railsplitters (10-0-6) produced limited offensive opportunities in a defensive stalemate before an unspecified crowd.
Neither team generated sustained attacking pressure throughout the match. Rockhurst managed eight shot attempts with two reaching the goalkeeper, while Lincoln (MO) countered with 12 attempts and two shots on goal. The Railsplitters held a 4-5 advantage in corner kicks but failed to capitalize on set-piece opportunities. Both goalkeepers recorded two saves in a match defined by defensive organization over creative play.
Rockhurst's defense proved disciplined despite the away assignment, drawing three yellow cards compared to Lincoln (MO)'s one. The Hawksbills' backline limited the Railsplitters' chances despite their home-field advantage and superior shot volume. Neither side found the breakthrough needed to claim three points in a conference matchup with regional tournament implications.
The result marks Lincoln (MO)'s second consecutive draw after a 4-4 tie at William Jewell on October 31st, following a 3-2 victory over Truman State. Rockhurst rebounded from a 1-0 loss at Drury on October 26th with a 1-0 win against Missouri S&T before Sunday's stalemate.
Lincoln (MO) remains undefeated at 10-0