Babson College Field Hockey Edges Swarthmore College

Strategic Insights -

Babson College's field hockey team won a battle of nationally-ranked teams, edging Swarthmore College 2-1. The Beavers' Penny Baroni scored a goal and had an assist, while Caroline DiGiovanni also scored for the second straight game. Babson's Madison Tibbals made seven saves in her first career start to earn the victory.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Babson College field hockey team improved to 2-0 on the season with the win over Swarthmore College.
  • Penny Baroni had a part in both scores with a goal and an assist, while Caroline DiGiovanni scored for the second straight game.
  • Babson had a 4-1 shot advantage in the opening quarter, but Swarthmore struck first with a goal from Amelia Landry in the first quarter.
  • The Beavers tied the game 1-1 in the second quarter, and Baroni's goal in the fourth quarter proved to be the game-winner.
  • Madison Tibbals made seven saves in her first career start, earning the victory for the Beavers.
  • Swarthmore had three scoring chances early in the fourth quarter but were stymied by Tibbals.
  • Babson finished with an 11-9 advantage in total shots, while shots on goal were even at 8-8.

Statistics:

  • Babson is now 5-2 since 2022 when the game is tied going into the fourth quarter.
  • Penny Baroni has four goals and one assist in two games this season after finishing with five goals and an assist last year.
  • Madison Tibbals made seven saves in her first career start, earning the victory for the Beavers.
  • Swarthmore had six penalty corners, while Babson had three.

Sources:

  • Babson College Athletics (

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