The Emery Lady Spartans were unable to keep pace with the Gunnison Bulldogs, falling in a 3-2 thriller Tuesday afternoon in Gunnison on the soccer field.

Despite holding a 2-1 lead at half time, Emery was unable to hold off a potent offensive performance from Gunnison in the final stanza. Kate Sorensen led the push with two goals for the Lady Bulldogs, while Jade Wimmer added one.

Morgan Hurdsman and Addy Healy both scored one goal for the Lady Spartans in the setback. The loss comes following back-to-back Region 15 wins over Grand and North Sevier.

Tuesday’s outcome creates a tight race for second place in the region. Now 2-2 in division play, Emery is now tied with Gunnison and Grand for second. Manti has created a comfortable lead at the top of the league, still unbeaten at 4-0.

With the first half of league play now complete, the Lady Spartans have only four games remaining on the slate. Up next the team will travel to meet Manti on the road Tuesday, Sept. 27. Tuesday’s game will complete a four game road trip and set up a three game home swing to end the regular season.