ST. AUGUSTINE - Andrea Fernandez scored the equalizer in the 27^th minute for Flagler College but fell just short to No. 3 (United Soccer Coaches Division II Top 25) Columbus State University 2-1 in a Peach Belt Conference women's soccer match this afternoon at Saints Field.
 
The Saints are now 3-2-3 for the overall and 1-2-2 in the Peach Belt. Columbus State advances to 9-0-1 overall and 3-0-0 in the conference. Flagler hosts USC Aiken on Wednesday at 5 p.m. at Saints Field. Today was the first home match for the Saints since Sept. 21.

Samantha St. Pierre intercepted a Columbus State pass and her deflection went right to Fernandez who charged ahead and scored one-on-one with the keeper.
 
Lauren Barnes secured the win for the Cougars by scoring in the 54^th minute with off a pass from Faith Knoedler at the left of the box and tapped the ball into the net.
 
Saints goalie Henley Grust had four saves before receiving a red card in the 33^rd minute, removing her from the game. Madi Narducci took over for the Saints and made eight saves. Heidi Harris had two saves for the Cougars.
 
Columbus State out-shout Flagler 25-10 and held a 9-3 advantage with corner kicks.
 
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