Trinity Falls to Amherst in Low Scoring Contest

The Amherst Lord Jeffs came out on top in the last game of the regular season, winning 5-4. Amherst got on the board first, scoring on a free position ten minutes into the game, but the Bantams evened the score with a nice finish from Kaitlin, assisted by Remer. Amherst rebounded immediately, with another free position goal less than a minute later. The Bantams and the Lord Jeffs traded goals until the end of the half, with first-year Megan scoring for the Bantams. With the Lord Jeffs up 3-2 at half time, the Bantams came out firing. Senior captain Sarah Remes added to her point total with an individual effort to start the second half. After winning the draw control, Remer used her speed to fast break into Amherst’s defensive end, finishing with a well-placed low shot 18 seconds into the second half to even the score at 3 apiece. The Bantams would take their first lead of the game ten minutes later with Kaitlin’s second tally of the contest, on a nice feed from Jenn. However, Amherst responded with two goals to take a 5-4 lead, the second coming off a free position with six minutes remaining. Although the Bantams had opportunities in the final moments, including two free position opportunities with under three minutes left, the attack was unable to capitalize, with Amherst coming away with the 5-4 win.

The defensive effort from the Bantams was strong, with Amherst held to only 5 goals, but it was not enough. The Bantams were hampered by fouls, taking 22 throughout the game, to go with 4 yellow cards. Annie, Alisen, Liz, and Megan all caused two turnovers, while Annie also picked up 4 ground balls and 2 draw controls to lead the defense. Gina came up with 3 strong saves in the loss. The midfield transition was strong, with the Bantams successfully clearing on 12 of 13 attempts, but the Lord Jeffs prevented fast break transitions, stymieing the Bantam attack.

The Bantams will look to rebound in the NESCAC quarterfinals at home on Sunday, focusing on finishing, especially free positions, which we were 0-8 against the Jeffs.