HOUGHTON, NY – Houghton Field Hockey suffered a 1-0 defeat against Hartwick Saturday afternoon at Burke Field. The Highlanders were unable to find the back of the cage despite a strong performance from goalkeeper
Amber Cribbs, who recorded 17 saves. With the loss, Houghton moved to 7-3 on the season and 3-1 in conference play.
The two teams battled through a scoreless first half, with Houghton and Hartwick unable to convert their scoring opportunities. Cribbs kept the Highlanders in the contest with several saves as Hartwick applied pressure, while Houghton looked to generate offense against the Hawks' defense.
Hartwick broke the deadlock at 48:23 when Makayla Bales scored the game's only goal. Houghton continued to search for an equalizer and earned a penalty stroke at 50:55, but
Campbell Bowers' attempt was saved by Hartwick goalkeeper Ava Reynolds.
The Highlanders continued to push late in the contest, but Hartwick held on for the 1-0 victory. Houghton finished with four shots, including one on goal, while Cribbs made 17 saves.
Lauren Thurber also recorded a defensive save for the Highlanders.
GAME VITALS
Score: Houghton – 0 | Hartwick – 1
Records: Houghton: 7-3 | Hartwick: 7-4
Conference Records: Houghton: 3-1 | Hartwick: 5-1
Venue: Burke Field | Attendance: 154
NOTABLE STATS
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Amber Cribbs recorded a career high 17 saves for Houghton while facing 19 shots on goal and allowing only one goal for Hartwick.
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Campbell Bowers recorded Houghton's only shot on goal and earned a penalty-stroke opportunity.
> > Houghton finished with four shots and five penalty corners, while Hartwick recorded 27 shots and 18 penalty corners.
UP NEXT
The Highlanders will travel to Rochester, NY for their next conference contest against St. John Fisher on Wednesday, October 14. The 7:00 PM match-up will be an excellent chance for Houghton to get back into the win column while continuing to be challenged by solid competitors late in the season.
