Augsburg 41 Gustavus 35

Sixty minutes just weren't enough for the Auggies in taking on the Gusties, so they played two extra periods before defeating Gustavus Adolphus 41-35. The win, coupled with a Concordia loss, places the Auggies atop the MIAC standings with a 6-1 record. Augsburg is riding on a five game winning streak, going into this weeks game against Concordia-Moorhead, in a game that could decide the MIAC title.

MIAC Special Teams Player of the Week Martin Hlinka was instrumental in Augsburg's victory. Hlinka kicked a 37-yard field goal with nine minutes left in the game to pull Augsburg within one point of Gustavus. The Gusties increased their lead to eight points after a touchdown pass with three minutes left in the game. However, the Auggies big-scoring offense can never be counted out. Quarterback Derrin Lamker found receiver Scott Hvistendahl for a 65-yard touchdown to narrow the gap to two points. On the two-point conversion, Lamker hit tight end Ted Schultz to tie the score at 32-32.

In the first overtime, Gustavus hit a field goal, forcing Augsburg to score or lose. Augsburg went backwards on its first three plays, forcing Hlinka to attempt a 47 yard fieldgoal to give the Auggies life. Hlinka's kick was good and Augsburg went into the second overtime. In the second overtime, Lamker hit running back Andrew Anthony with a 13-yard touchdown pass to give Augsburg the lead. The Auggie defense then held Gustavus to no points, giving Augsburg the victory.

The Auggies had to feel a bit fortunate after this game. They lead 21-10 at half, and were ahead until early in the fourth quarter, before losing the lead to Gustavus. The win is Augsburg's fifth of the season, and ties it with St. Thomas and Concordia for first place in the MIAC. Auggies beat Carleton

Augsburg Place Kicker Martin Hlinka was named MIAC Special Teams player of the week. His 47 yard fieldgoal helped the Auggies stay alive in the first overtime.