Herrera's Equalizer Helps Crusaders Earn Draw at Hendrix

CONWAY, Arkansas — The University of Dallas women's soccer team battled Hendrix College to a 1-1 draw on Sunday afternoon at Warrior Soccer Field. The Crusaders moved to 0-6-1 overall and 0-2-1 in conference play.

Hendrix struck first in the eighth minute when Grace Sandoval found the back of the net at 7:44, with Sofia Fennelly providing the assist. The Warriors carried the 1-0 advantage into halftime despite UDallas recording three shots and four corner kicks in the opening half.

The Crusaders answered in the second half, with Mary Herrera scoring at 69:27 to level the match at 1-1. The goal marked Herrera's first of the season.

UDallas continued to pressure Hendrix throughout the second half, finishing with seven total shots, including five on goal. Hendrix recorded 10 shots and six shots on goal. The Crusaders also earned six corner kicks, matching the Warriors' total.

Both defenses held firm over the final 20 minutes as neither side could find a go-ahead goal. UDallas goalkeeper and the Crusader defense recorded five saves on the afternoon to preserve the draw.

The result gives UDallas its first tie of the season and its first conference point of the 2026 campaign.

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The Crusaders return home for a Blue Out on Friday, Oct. 9, welcoming Centenary College to Crusader Field. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30PM