Thomas College

Winchester, VA - Field Hockey opened up their regular season with a trip to Virginia, taking on #20 nationally ranked Shenandoah University on Tuesday, September 1st, 2026. The final score was 1-7 in the team's first of two games in the state.

How it Happened:

• Terrier goalkeeper Mackenzie Toner was called into action early, making two good saves in the first two minutes to keep the game tied.
• The Terriers defended well for the next few minutes, not allowing any clear-cut chances.
• With four minutes to go in the first quarter the Hornets finally found the breakthrough, taking a 1-0 lead into the second quarter from a penalty corner.
• Three minutes into the second quarter the Hornets struck again, this time from another penalty corner to double their lead.
• Despite some positive moments, the Terriers went into the halftime break down 0-3 against the nationally ranked squad.
• After another Hornet goal five minutes into the second half, a yellow card awarded the Terriers a penalty stroke.
• Samantha Thebarge stepped up and found the back of the goal, making the score 1-4.
• Toner was called into action again soon after, making several saves to prevent some key chances.
• The Hornets took a 5-1 lead into the fourth quarter, where they added on two more goals to make the final 7-1.

Inside the Stats:

• Samantha Thebarge - 1 Goal
• Mackenzie Toner - 9 Saves, 7 Goals Allowed, 60 Minutes Played

What's Next:

• Field Hockey will be back in action when they take on #18 ranked University of Lynchburg at Shenandoah University on Friday, September 4th, 2026. Game time is scheduled for 6:00 PM.