MOBILE, Ala. -- The Spring Hill College men's soccer team rallied from an early deficit to earn a 1-1 draw against Delta State University on Saturday afternoon at Library Field.

The Badgers (0-7-4, 0-6-3 GSC) fell behind in the eighth minute when Delta State's Cyrus Gulati scored off an assist from Matthew Nicklas. Spring Hill responded with pressure throughout the first half, outshooting the Statesmen 9-3 before the break, but went into halftime trailing 1-0.

Spring Hill found its equalizer in the 60th minute when Tommy Wortham scored his first goal of the season. Wortham's finish brought the Badgers level at 1-1 and gave the home side a chance to push for a late winner.

The Badgers finished with a 13-12 advantage in shots and put 10 attempts on target. Quinn Carper led Spring Hill with four shots on goal, while goalkeeper Jose Lozano Soto recorded three saves.

Delta State goalkeeper Daniel Santema made nine saves to keep the match level, including seven in the first half as Spring Hill generated several scoring opportunities.

The draw gives Spring Hill a point in Gulf South Conference play as the Badgers continue their conference schedule.

Spring Hill returns to Library Field on Friday, Oct. 23, to host the University of Montevallo. Kickoff is scheduled for 3:30 p.m.