READING, Pa. - The York College field hockey team traveled to Alvernia University to face the Golden Wolves in a MAC Commonwealth contest. The Spartans outshot Alvernia 10-1 heading into halftime but were unable to find the back of the cage. In the third quarter, York netted its first goal and kept the momentum to claim a 2-0 victory.
Records
Alvernia: 6-8 (2-3 MACC)
York: 11-4 (5-1 MACC)
How it Happened
The Spartans took command from the start of the game, tallying eight shots on goal in the first half.
Alvernia keeper, Jazmin Mayfield, made eight saves prior to letting in a Spartan goal in the 45th minute.
York's
Arin Lee fought for a loose ball against two Golden Wolves defenders, eventually winning the battle. Lee was able to take a shot, driving the ball into the back of the cage. Lee's goal is her first of the season.
The Spartans scored an insurance goal in the 50th minute.
Kate Egan intercepted an Alvernia pass, dribbling the ball into the circle and passing it to
Kelbie Linebaugh. Linebaugh took the open shot, netting her seventh goal of the season.
York's defense held the Golden Wolves to just five shots, with only one being on target.
Maddy Merlack was in the cage for the Green and White, recording one save.
The Spartans outpaced the Golden Wolves in penalty corners, 11-2.
Up Next
The Spartans will have their final non-conference match of the regular season on Saturday. York will host DeSales University, and the game is scheduled for 1 pm.
