Winchester, VA - Field Hockey was unable to hang with #18 ranked University of Lynchburg on Friday, September 4th, 2026. The final score was 1-9, with
Eliya Drummond shattering her single game saves record, recording 24 saves in the loss.
How it Happened:
- The Hornets started the game well, dominating play early on.
- Several shots on goal saw Terrier goalkeeper Eliya Drummond make some important saves to keep the game tied, 0-0.
- Six minutes into the game the Hornets found the opener, taking a 1-0 lead.
- A shot from Samantha Thebarge just minutes after the Hornets second goal required a good save from the opposing goalkeeper.
- The Terriers went into the second quarter down 0-2, but the Hornets continued to keep their pace early on.
- The Hornet lead grew to six goals by halftime, but a shot on goal from Tatiana Roque kept things positive headed into the break.
- Drummond had an incredible start to the third quarter, making five saves in the first few minutes.
- Soon after the Hornets found the back of the net two more times to make it 0-7.
- With three minutes left to play in the third a penalty corner from Maci Freeman found Kally Price, who assisted Samatha Thebarge in the team's only goal of the night, making it 1-7 heading into the fourth.
- The Hornets added two more goals in the fourth quarter despite some incredible saves from Drummond to make the final score 1-9.
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What's Next:
- Field Hockey will look to get back on track when they take on Plymouth State University at home on Saturday, September 12th, 2026. Game time is scheduled for 1:00 PM.
