SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Missouri State women's soccer extended its unbeaten conference streak to 24 matches on Sunday afternoon, earning a 1-1 draw against Delaware (8-1-4, 1-1-2 Conference USA) at Allison South Stadium. The Bears (5-5-3, 2-0-2 CUSA) rallied back on Brooke Cattoor's header in the 83^rd minute to earn an important point in league play after falling behind in the first half.

Delaware struck first in the 20th minute as Adiat Olaogun-Dickson slipped in behind the defense and finished calmly off a feed from Maggie Groh to put the Blue Hens up, 1-0. The Bears created a handful of opportunities in the opening frame but were unable to convert, heading into the locker room down a goal.

Missouri State came out more aggressive after halftime, pressing high and generating consistent chances. The breakthrough came in the 83rd minute when Cattoor delivered the equalizer, rising to head home a cross from Julia Kristensen that ricocheted off the right post and in.

The Bears outshot Delaware, 11-6, including a 7-0 advantage in the second half, while also winning the corner kick battle, 7-3. Goalkeeper Ella Becker recorded two saves in the match, with the Missouri State back line shutting down the Blue Hens after the early strike.

"Definitely a battle between two quality teams that are both new to CUSA," head coach Kirk Nelson said. "The team fought until the end to equalize and get a solid point at home. Appreciate the strong fan support and look forward to our Senior day next Sunday!"

Missouri State continues its four-match homestand on Saturday, Oct. 12, hosting Western Kentucky at 1 p.m. for Senior Day. The Bears will then welcome Louisiana Tech (Oct. 16, 6 p.m.) and Sam Houston (Oct. 19, 1 p.m.) to Allison South Stadium. Admission is free for all fans for all home games.