Defensive Effort Pushes Trinity Past Union

Although the Union College Dutchwomen came out firing, scoring the first three goals of the contest, the Bantam defense settled into play and did not allow another goal until the final four minutes of play. The Trinity offense was able to eliminate the three goal deficit with a strong effort from Rachel Romanowsky. Rachel scored two nice transition goals, before assisting first-year Kaitlin Hildebrand on the tying tally. Rachel then finished out the half with another unassisted goal to put the Bantams up 4-3 going into halftime.

Sarah Remes got things started for the Bantams in the second half, driving hard right to goal and scoring on a well-placed low shot. Caite Irvine continued the run by driving through two Union defenders. She found herself in a great shooting position and scored on another low shot. The Union goalie managed to hold our attack to only six goals, stuffing Rachel on a breakaway chance while also denying others on free position opportunities.

The Bantam defense was outstanding, denying Union scoring opportunities for the majority of the game. Sarah, while contributing on attack, was also a standout member of the defensive unit, using her speed to break up a number of free position chances for the Dutchwomen. Liz Bruno and Liza Beckler were impressive on defense as well, causing a combined nine turnovers while picking up six ground balls. Steph Fisher was strong in goal, finishing with two saves, while successfully clearing on every attempt.

The ending of the game was as exciting as ever; with the Bantams holding a 6-5 lead, the Dutchwomen turned up the pressure, causing a turnover during the Bantam stall, which led to a good scoring opportunity. After a Bantam fouled in the 8 meter, the Dutchwomen were awarded a free position shot with only six seconds remaining. A collective sigh of relief was heard as the shot sailed wide and the Bantams celebrated their 6th straight win.