ST. CHARLES, Mo. — Lindenwood (4-2-3, 1-0 OVC) edged Southeast Missouri (0-10-0, 0-1 OVC) 1-0 on Sunday at Harlen C. Hunter Stadium. The game's lone goal came in the second half, securing the win for Lindenwood. The match saw both teams play aggressively, and SEMO's goalkeeper Holly Rimmer, who started in goal for the first time, made eight saves, while Lindenwood's defense maintained a clean sheet.

The first half saw a defensive showcase from both teams, with Rimmer making crucial saves to keep the score level. Notably, Rimmer stopped shots from Lindenwood's Allison Schrumpf and Rachel Jackson in the 9th and 18th minutes, respectively. Despite multiple fouls the Redhawks maintained a goalless draw heading into halftime, with neither side able to capitalize on their chances.

The second half began with a series of saves by Rimmer, who kept the visiting team in the match by denying Lindenwood's attempts, including a critical save in the 45th minute against Mackenzie Compton. Despite Southeast's defensive efforts, the Lions broke the deadlock with a goal by Anna Johnson in the 63rd minute. The half was marked by a flurry of activity in the closing minutes, with Laia Amat Garrido striking the woodwork at the 88th minute and both teams receiving red cards, yet Lindenwood held on for a narrow 1-0 victory.

Rimmer played the full 90 minutes in goal, recording eight saves against 22 shots faced, with nine on goal. Justi Nelson contributed offensively with two shots, one of which was on goal. Carson Bohnenstiehl also tested the opposing defense, tallying three shots with one on target. Zoe Houston added a shot on goal.

Looking ahead, the SEMO soccer team will host Little Rock on September 25. The match is set to begin at 6 p.m. at Houck Field in Cape Girardeau, Mo., providing the Redhawks an opportunity to defend their home turf.