MANSFIELD, Pa. — D'Youville University field hockey made the short trip down to Pennsylvania, falling to Mansfield University by a score of 4-0 Wednesday afternoon.
D'Youville began the first quarter with strong defensive efforts, highlighted by a
Sarah Reifsnyder key save against a shot from the Mounties early in the game. The Mounties maintained pressure, earning several penalty corners, and converted one into a goal at 6:32. D'Youville's defense, led by Reifsnyder, stayed resilient with multiple saves, but the team found themselves trailing 1-0 at the close of the quarter.
The second quarter began with a strong defensive showing by D'Youville as goalkeeper Reifsnyder made multiple critical saves against the Mounties' offensive attempts, including a pair of shots. Despite these efforts, the Mounties capitalized on a penalty corner, scoring to increase their lead to 2-0.
D'Youville continued to face pressure with a series of penalty corners awarded to the Mounties, but the defense held firm, blocking several shots. The quarter closed without further scoring changes, with the Mounties maintaining their 2-0 advantage heading into the next quarter.
The third quarter began with a pivotal moment as the Mounties netted a goal at 34:15, increasing the home team's lead to 3-0. D'Youville's defense, led by goalkeeper Reifsnyder, responded with resilience, successfully blocking multiple shots and making key saves, including a blocked shot and a save. Despite D'Youville's efforts to regain momentum, the quarter concluded with the Mounties maintaining their 3-0 advantage.
The fourth quarter opened with a goal by the Mounties at 48:25, extending their lead to 4-0. D'Youville's defense was tested, with
Carter Bower making a crucial defensive save, while Reifsnyder recorded two significant saves, including one just before the quarter closed. Despite D'Youville's efforts to hold back the Mounties' advances, the score remained at 4-0 as the quarter concluded.
Goalkeeper Reifsnyder recorded 12 saves over 60 minutes, facing 34 shots in the game. Defender Bower contributed defensively with one defensive save.
The next challenge for D'Youville awaits in Alfred, NY, as they face Alfred University on October 20 at 4 p.m.
