FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – After running its current unbeaten streak to four matches a week ago, Nova Southeastern continued its ascension up the United Soccer Coaches NCAA Division II women's rankings, coming in at No. 9 in the latest poll. The Sharks' new ranking matches a program-best set last October.
 
The Sharks moved up from 13^th thanks to quality showings on the road against a pair of regionally ranked opponents last week. In its 2-1 overtime win over Barry, Nova Southeastern overcame an early deficit before Sofia Del Stabile notched the golden goal in the 94^th minute. Three days later, the Sharks leaned on two Emma Heikkila goals to earn a strong 2-2 draw at Florida Southern.   
 
Running its record to 8-1-1 on the season, head coach John Constable's club remained firmly atop the South Region, ahead of Mississippi College and Lee.  
 
Central Missouri switched places with Kutztown for the No. 1 and No. 2 spots in the country, followed by No. 3 Western Washington, No. 4 Grand Valley State and No. 5 Flagler.
 
NSU will return to the pitch tonight at 7 p.m. ET in the Battle of the Fish versus Palm Beach Atlantic. The Sharks defeated the Sailfish on the road 2-1 in overtime back on September 5. For complete coverage, follow along on Twitter at @NSU_WSoccer and by clicking on the provided links on the schedule page.