Purdue Edges Wisconsin on Penalties
Purdue beat Wisconsin 4-3 in a penalty shootout after the teams drew 2-2 through 110 minutes in the Big Ten Tournament semifinals.
Updated on Nov. 9, 2026 in Soccer
Purdue defeated Wisconsin 4-3 on penalty kicks at Energizer Park in St. Louis after the semifinal finished tied 2-2. Purdue advances to the championship match, while Wisconsin awaits its NCAA Tournament fate.
Why it matters
The result ends Wisconsin's run in the Big Ten Tournament and leaves its postseason status dependent on the NCAA Selection Show. Purdue's advance sets up a title match for the program.
Both teams took 16 shots and Wisconsin led 9-8 in corner kicks, while Drew Stover made five saves for the Badgers. Purdue converted its first three penalty attempts before Cherry Yu sealed the 4-3 shootout win.
The players
Purdue University
Purdue is a public research university in West Lafayette, Indiana, and a member of the Big Ten Conference.
The details
Abby Ballek scored in the 18th minute and Erin Connolly added a goal in the 30th minute for Wisconsin, with Irene Campo scoring 24 seconds later for Purdue. Campo converted a penalty kick in the 78th minute to level the match at 2-2 before the shootout decided the result.
Timeline
November 8, 2026: Purdue defeated Wisconsin 4-3 on penalties in the Big Ten Tournament semifinal.
Season Trajectory
Wisconsin's exit from the Big Ten Tournament shifts its season into the NCAA women's soccer selection process, where at-large bids are determined after conference play ends. Purdue's advance keeps it in contention for the conference title and strengthens its postseason profile.
Wisconsin's postseason status now depends on the NCAA Selection Show, so its fate remains open until that announcement. Purdue's place in the Big Ten championship match gives it a further game on the conference calendar.
The takeaway
Penalty shootouts can decide a match after 110 minutes of even play, as Purdue's 4-3 win over Wisconsin shows. Conference tournament results can also determine how a team's postseason prospects unfold.
What happens next
Wisconsin will learn its NCAA Tournament status when the NCAA Selection Show is held.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by WTAQ News Talk | 97.5 FM · 1360 AM | Green Bay, WI.
