Golden, CO -  In a thrilling soccer showdown, the Westminster Griffins managed to secure a hard-fought victory over the Colorado School of Mines Orediggers. The game remained intensely competitive until the 70th minute, with both teams locked in a goalless draw. However, late-game drama unfolded when the Griffins were awarded a penalty kick, ultimately becoming the turning point of the match.

Armin Hasanovic stepped up to take the critical penalty kick for the Griffins. With nerves of steel, he successfully converted the penalty, sending the ball past the opposition's goalkeeper and into the net. This well-executed penalty kick goal put the Griffins ahead 1-0.

The Orediggers pushed hard to find an equalizer, launching a barrage of shots throughout the game. However, the Westminster defense, led by an exceptional performance from starting goalkeeper Noah Larkin, held firm. Larkin made an impressive total of six key saves, thwarting the Orediggers' scoring attempts and preserving the Griffins' narrow lead.

As the final whistle blew, the Westminster Griffins secured the victory on the road, showcasing their defensive resilience and ability to capitalize on crucial scoring opportunities.

The Griffins faced a challenging shot deficit, being outshot 21-8 by the Orediggers. Nevertheless, their disciplined defense and expert goalkeeping ensured that the single-goal lead held.

With this significant win in the books, the Westminster Griffins will return home, ready to continue their campaign with a pair of upcoming games at Dumke Field. The action begins on Friday night, with South Dakota Mines as the opponents. For more information on game times and the Griffins' upcoming schedule, fans can visit WestminsterGriffins.com.

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