The Limestone Field Hockey team secured a hard-fought victory against the Wingate team with a final score of 3-2. The game, which took place on Saints Field in Gaffney, SC, was a close match that kept fans on the edge of their seats until the final whistle.
The scoring started off early in the first half, with F.Â
Felicitas Herrero Martel of Limestone scoring the first goal of the game at the 19:10 mark. Wingate quickly responded with a goal from Rylie Cordrey at 21:35, leveling the score. However, Limestone regained the lead just before halftime with another goal from F. Herrero Martel, assisted by
Zoe Bergmann.
In the second half, Wingate once again equalized with a goal from Samantha Pearson, assisted by Rylie Cordrey. The game remained tied until Limestone's F. Herrero Martel scored her third goal of the game at the 48:38 mark, putting her team ahead once again.
The game was not without its fair share of cautions and ejections, with players from both teams receiving warnings throughout the match. Despite the intense competition, both teams showed great sportsmanship and determination on the field.
In terms of statistics, both teams had a similar number of shots on goal, with Wingate recording 10 shots (6 on goal) and Limestone recording 11 shots (8 on goal). Wingate also had more corner kicks, with 9 compared to Limestone's 4.
Overall, it was a thrilling match that showcased the skill and tenacity of both teams. Limestone emerged victorious in the end, but both teams can be proud of their performance on the field. Fans can look forward to more exciting matchups as the season progresses.
Highlights:
Goals:
Felicitas Herrero Martel collected 3 goalsÂ
Assists:
Zoe Bergmann ended the night with 1 assist
Victoria Gonzalez-Lopez ended the night with 1 assist
Up Next:
The Saints take on Mount Olive on Tuesday 24th for a 1 o'clock start.