BALDWIN CITY, Kan. — The (1) Ottawa University women's flag football team remained unbeaten on Wednesday evening, defeating (4) Baker University 12-6 at Liston Stadium. The Braves scored twice in the third quarter and relied on a strong defensive effort to hold off a late Baker push.
After a scoreless first half, Ottawa broke through midway through the third quarter. Quarterback
Anna Anderson connected with
Alyssa Linkous on a 15-yard touchdown pass to cap an 11-play, 66-yard drive and give the Braves a 6-0 lead.
Ottawa struck again later in the quarter. Following a short drive, Anderson crossed the goal line on a 2-yard run with 34 seconds remaining in the third period, extending the Braves' lead to 12-0.
Baker attempted a comeback in the closing seconds of the game. Tara Llorente scored on a 5-yard run with nine seconds remaining in the fourth quarter, but the Braves' defense prevented any further scoring to secure the victory.
Stats Recap
- Anna Anderson completed 25-of-38 passes for 197 yards and one touchdown while also rushing for 25 yards and a touchdown on 11 attempts.
- Alyssa Linkous led the Braves' receiving corps with seven receptions for 92 yards and one touchdown, including the game's first score.
- Marley Spielberg added six receptions for 45 yards for Ottawa.
- Olga Sotillo finished with three catches for 27 yards.
- The Braves' offense produced 197 passing yards and controlled the ball for 25:11.
- Ottawa held Baker to 63 passing yards and forced one interception.
- Baker's only touchdown came with nine seconds remaining in the game.
Who is Next
Ottawa (5-0, 3-0) returns to the field on Saturday, March 14 in Lamoni, Iowa against (RV) Graceland University. Game time is set for 1:00 p.m.
