On Oct. 24 in Frederick, Md., Hood College women’s field hockey team fell to Eastern University 3-2 in overtime despite two goals from Ava Snelsire. Bianca Scally assisted both of Snelsire’s goals, but C.J. Summa scored twice for Eastern University, including the game-winning goal in overtime.
Ava Snelsire Scores Both Hood College Goals
Hood College opened the scoring when Snelsire converted a pass from Scally 10 minutes into the game. Eastern University answered in the second quarter when Megan Possinger scored on an assist from Karlee Howard.
Snelsire restored Hood College’s lead with another goal assisted by Scally, giving the Blazers a 2-1 advantage at halftime. C.J. Summa tied the game for Eastern University in the fourth quarter, sending the contest to overtime.
Summa completed the comeback in overtime with the game-winning goal. Braeley DiGregorio assisted on the deciding score.
Hood College Holds Shot Advantage
Hood College finished with a 24-13 advantage in shots, while Eastern University held an 11-9 edge in penalty corners. Ellie Dainton and Emma Massey each recorded three shots for Hood College.
Allison Wallin made six saves for Hood College. Eastern University goalkeeper Angelina Catalina made 13 saves.
The result dropped Hood College to 7-8 overall and 2-3 in Middle Atlantic Conference play. Eastern University improved to 10-6 overall and 3-3 in conference play.
Next Game
Hood College is scheduled to travel to Owings Mills, Maryland, to play Stevenson University on Wednesday, Oct. 28, at 5 p.m.
Maryland Sports Blog Take
Hood College generated the larger share of the shot opportunities and received two goals from Ava Snelsire, but Eastern University converted its late chances to win in overtime. Angelina Catalina’s 13 saves helped Eastern University withstand Hood College’s 24-shot attack.
Source: Original report
