Stevenson University women’s field hockey defeated No. 20 York (Pa.), 1-0, in overtime Wednesday in York, Pa., as Hailey Mertz scored 2:43 into the extra period. The No. 4 Mustangs improved to 12-0 overall and 3-0 in MAC Commonwealth play.
Hailey Mertz Scores in Overtime
Gracyn Catalano broke away and passed to Mertz, who scored the game-winning goal for Stevenson. The goal was Mertz’s third of the season and gave the Mustangs the only score of the game.
Stevenson and York played through a scoreless regulation period before Mertz ended the contest in overtime. Stevenson recorded four shots on goal, while York finished with seven and earned seven penalty corners.
Jordan Vradenburgh Records Seven Saves
Jordan Vradenburgh made seven saves to keep the York (Pa.) Spartans off the scoreboard and preserve Stevenson’s shutout. Her performance helped the Mustangs secure the overtime victory despite York’s advantage in shots on goal.
The win marked Stevenson’s third MAC Commonwealth victory of the season. Stevenson entered the game ranked No. 4, while York (Pa.) held the No. 20 ranking.
Stevenson Hosts Messiah
Stevenson University women’s field hockey is scheduled to host Messiah University Saturday at noon for Homecoming weekend. The game will be the Mustangs’ next contest after their 12-0 start.
Maryland Sports Blog Take
Stevenson University women’s field hockey used a shutout and a timely overtime finish to remain unbeaten. Vradenburgh’s seven saves kept York scoreless, while Catalano and Mertz connected on the decisive goal.
Stevenson’s 12-0 record includes a 3-0 mark in MAC Commonwealth play. The Mustangs will return home against Messiah University after earning a ranked overtime win on the road.
Source: Original report
