Nichols College Field Hockey Suffers 5-0 Shutout Loss to Wheaton College

Strategic Insights -

Nichols College's field hockey team faced off against Wheaton College on Saturday, suffering a 5-0 road loss. Despite outshooting the Lyons 12-8, the Bison were unable to capitalize on their chances, while Wheaton's offense proved too strong to overcome. The loss drops Nichols to 0-3 on the season, while Wheaton improves to 1-1.

Key Takeaways:

  • Nichols College fell to 0-3 on the season after a 5-0 loss to Wheaton College, with the Lyons earning their first win and improving to 1-1 overall.
  • The Lyons took an early lead at the 6:11 mark of the opening frame, with Wheaton increasing the pressure in the second quarter, firing in two more goals to push their lead to 3-0 at the half.
  • Despite a strong effort from freshman goalkeeper Jessa Altemose, who made six total saves in the loss, the Bison were unable to generate a goal in the fourth quarter, resulting in a 5-0 shutout for Wheaton.
  • Junior forward Sofia Calabro led the Bison with two shot attempts, but unable to score in the contest.
  • The loss marks the second-straight road game for Nichols College field hockey, with their next contest scheduled for Thursday, September 11th against Anna Maria College (0-1).

Statistics:

  • Nichols College outshot Wheaton 12-8 in the game, but were unable to convert on their scoring chances.
  • Wheaton's offense was led by multiple goal scorers, with no specific information on the number of goal scorers.
  • Freshman goalkeeper Jessa Altemose made six total saves in the loss, but was unable to keep the Bison from suffering the shutout loss.
  • Nichols College field hockey returns to action on Thursday, September 11th against Anna Maria College (0-1) at Vendetti Field.

Sources:

  • Nichols College Athletics press release, no date provided.