Utah Valley and Michigan fought to a 1-1 draw in their season opener at UCCU Stadium. Addie Olson scored for Utah Valley in the 33rd minute, leading at halftime before Michigan equalized with a penalty kick in the 54th minute. Despite finishing the match a player down, Utah Valley鈥檚 defense held strong to secure the draw. Coach Chris Lemay praised the performance of true freshmen and noted that the team didn't perform to its full potential throughout the match.

By the Numbers
  • Utah Valley outshot Michigan 14-13 overall.
  • Each team registered six shots on goal.
  • Michigan had a 9-3 corner kick advantage.
State of Play
  • Utah Valley's performance included significant contributions from several newcomers.
  • The team had to defend the last five minutes with 10 players after a red card.
What's Next

Utah Valley will face in-state rival Utah next at UCCU Stadium on Monday night. The match is set for 7 p.m. and will be broadcast live on ESPN+

Bottom Line

While the match ended in a draw, Utah Valley showed flashes of potential. Coach Lemay believes that a stronger, more consistent performance could lead to better results in upcoming matches.