In a battle to claim the Midwest D2 Western Division – Central League Champion, the Wisconsin Women traveled east to play in-state rival/friend the Milwaukee Scylla, Saturday, October 6.
Wisconsin owned a seven-year unbeaten streak against the Scylla entering the match, reaching back to 2005. Both teams were tied in league standings at 3-0 a piece, however Milwaukee finally capitalized on their forward strength and took the match in the final seconds, 12-11.
Wisconsin’s lone try was scored by Kelly Mullen. Teammate Elisa Becker notched two penalty kicks to lead the team in scoring with six points.
With the victory, Milwaukee clinched an undefeated regular season and home-field advantage for next weekend’s Midwest playoffs. They’ll host the Northern League #2 Minneapolis Menagerie.
Wisconsin will travel to Minnesota to play Northern League #1 Twin Cities Amazons, the D2 counterpart to the nationally-ranked Women’s Premier League powerhouse. Kickoff is to be announced. The Zons will enter the match with a loss today to the Menagerie, but clinched the league’s top spot with bonus points in the standings.