October 7, 2026
MADISON, S.D. — Dakota State (S.D.) scored three first-half goals, highlighted by two goals from
Aislyn Holden, to secure a 3-1 non-conference women's soccer victory over Waldorf (Iowa) Wednesday evening at Dan Beacom Track and Field. Dakota State controlled the offensive tempo throughout the match, outshooting Waldorf 32-10, including a 16-6 advantage in shots on goal. The Trojans also held an 11-0 advantage in corner kicks.
The Trojans made history as they recorded their first ever home victory at Dan Beacom Track & Field in program history. DSU improved their overall record to 2-10-2. Waldorf, a member of the Great Plains Athletic Conference, fell to 2-9 overall.
It was the final home soccer match of the 2026 season at Dan Beacom Track and Field for DSU. The Trojans are now 2-0 record all-time versus Waldorf.
How it happened
Dakota State wasted little time getting on the scoreboard. Holden scored her fourth goal of the season just six minutes, 21 seconds into the contest, giving the Trojans an early 1-0 advantage.
Less than eight minutes later, Holden struck again at the 14:09 mark.
Estefania Gonzalez provided the assist on Holden's fifth goal of the season, extending Dakota State's lead to 2-0.
The Trojans continued applying offensive pressure throughout the opening half, recording 16 shots and seven shots on goal saved by Waldorf goalkeeper Sofia Pazianas.
Dakota State extended its lead to 3-0 with just 12 seconds remaining before halftime. A Waldorf own goal at the 44:48 mark provided the Trojans with a three-goal cushion heading into the break.
DSU held a commanding 16-3 advantage in shots during the opening 45 minutes, including nine shots on goal.
Waldorf ended Dakota State's shutout bid early in the second half. Kait Gaspari scored her fourth goal of the season at the 52:13 mark, trimming the Trojans' lead to 3-1.
Despite allowing the goal, Dakota State continued creating scoring opportunities throughout the final 45 minutes. The Trojans attempted another 16 shots in the second half, including seven on goal, but were unable to add to their lead.
Waldorf recorded seven second-half shots, with Dakota State goalkeeper
Sierra Verplancke making three saves after replacing
Ivey Winckler at halftime.
Dakota State maintained its two-goal advantage for the remainder of the match to secure the 3-1 victory.
Inside the box score
Holden led the Trojans offensively with two goals on five shots, including three on goal. She netted her fourth and fifth goals of the season, with her opening goal standing as the game-winner.
Nichole Corona paced Dakota State with a match-high six shots, placing three on goal.
Onika Kline added five shots, including three on goal, while Gonzalez registered four shots, two on goal, and an assist.
Lea Jensen contributed three shots, while
Olivia Bradley added two shots. Gonzalez collected the Trojans' lone credited assist.
Winckler earned the victory in goal for Dakota State after recording two saves during the opening 45 minutes. Verplancke played the entire second half, registering three saves while allowing one goal.
For Waldorf, Gaspari finished with one goal on two shots, both on target. Sakino Momoi led the Warriors with four shot attempts, while Sara Esquivel added two.
Pazianas recorded 13 saves in 90 minutes for the Warriors despite allowing three goals.
Up next
Dakota State travels to Bellevue, Neb., on Saturday afternoon for a match-up versus Bellevue (Neb.). Kick-off from the Renner Dennis Outdoor Athletic Complex is set for 3 p.m.
