Tie game

(Above) Hudson opponents quickly learned that Erin Speer is not only an offense force for Oakmont, but a defensive one as well. Speer and her teammates notched a tie on for the game, bringing their record to 1-0-2 on the young season. (Top right) The new turf pellets were flying as freshman phenom Kristen Connolly battles a Hudson opponent for possession of the ball. (Bottom right) Joanna Gustafson moves the ball up the field during the first half of action. Oakmont and Hudson would finish the game tied, 2-2. (Below) Hudson defenders had a difficult time keeping pace with Oakmont's Melissa Chisholm during the first half of play on Monday, Sept. 10. JOURNAL PHOTOS/NANCY BAKANOWSKY