GRAND RAPIDS – Bethel Women's Soccer earned their first win of the season with a 3-2 overtime victory over Cornerstone on Tuesday. Esther Karhayu continued her goal-scoring prowess this season with a hat trick in the match for the first such one by a Pilot since 2013.

MATCH VITALS

• Score: Bethel def. Cornerstone 3-2 ot
• Records: Bethel (1-8-0) | Cornerstone (2-1-1)
• NAIA Top 25 Coaches' Poll:  Bethel – NR | Cornerstone - NR
• Location: CU Soccer Field | Cornerstone University | Grand Rapids, Mich.

SCORING SUMMARY

• 65' | Esther Karhayu (BU) 
• 73' | Esther Karhayu (BU) assisted by Marah Franke
• 73' | Arianna Rau (CU) assisted by Taylor Adams
• 82' | Arianna Rau (CU) assisted by Julie Gouilliart
• 99' | Esther Karhayu (BU) assisted by Gabby Siren

INSIDE THE BOXSCORE

• The Pilots and Golden Eagles played nearly even, with each team getting 18 shots off, while the Pilots had a one-shot advantage on goal.
• The Pilots played their third overtime match in the last four games.
• The Pilots get their first hat trick since Nicole Stellar recorded one on September 7, 2013.

THOUGHTS FROM COACH FREEMAN

• "Cornerstone played a great game and had us on the ropes near the end. The margins are slim in these games until we grow to be a dominant team. I'm proud of how these women continue to work hard and encourage one another through the ups and downs. Tonight, was an up! We will refocus quickly and get ready to open up conference play at home on Saturday."

NEXT TIME OUT

• The Pilots open up Crossroads League play at Morey Field on Saturday against Saint Francis at 7:00 pm.

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