South Dakota State women’s soccer is heading back to the NCAA Tournament, advancing 4-2 on penalty kicks against Denver to claim the 2019 Summit League Championship.

A 1-1 tie extended through regulation and a pair of golden-goal overtimes, setting the stage for penalty kicks at Fishback Soccer Park. After two makes and a miss from both teams, Maggie Smither came up big with a save on Denver’s fourth attempt. Eden Brooker sealed the game from there, burying her effort into the back of the net.

Leah Manuleleua scored SDSU’s lone goal and led the team with a pair of shots, while Maya Hansen added an assist.

Maggie Smither had four saves and earned tournament MVP honors for her efforts.