APPLETON, Wis. — Lawrence University fell to the College of St. Scholastica 1-0 on Friday, with the only goal of the game coming on a power play in the second period.

In a scoreless first period, the Vikings successfully withstood the Saints' offensive pressure, highlighted by Sarah Dobrzynski's multiple saves. The visitors dominated the faceoff, winning 12 of 18, and outshot the home team, though their attempts failed to find the net, including a key power play opportunity that was effectively neutralized by Lawrence's defense. Both teams ended the period at zero, showcasing strong defensive play on both ends.

St. Scholastica capitalized on a power-play opportunity midway through the second period, with Katie Sandelin netting the only goal at 12:33 to give the visitors a 1-0 lead over the Vikings. Despite facing 16 shots, Dobrzynski made crucial saves to keep the deficit to one. Lawrence struggled to convert on their chances, with multiple shots missing the target, including two attempts by Ashley Slupe in the final minute. The period ended with the Saints ahead, 1-0.

The Vikings struggled to capitalize on offensive opportunities in the third period, despite winning key faceoffs, including one with just nine seconds remaining. The Saints applied consistent pressure, outshooting the Vikings throughout, but Dobrzynski's saves kept the scoreline unchanged. Lawrence had two power-play chances but could not convert, maintaining the 1-0 deficit at the end of the game.