Connecticut College Field Hockey Holds Off MIT for 3-2 Win

Connecticut College Builds First-Half Lead

The Camels established control early, building a 3-0 advantage before halftime. Sadie Gearan opened the scoring just 5:44 into the contest, converting the game’s first penalty corner. Alex Flynn inserted the ball to the top of the circle, allowing Gearan to drive a shot through the defense for her team-leading fourth goal of the year.

Connecticut College extended its lead in the second period. Alexa Blaeser scored her second goal of the season by cleaning up a rebound off the post from Eliza Farwell. Frances Brisbane then converted a penalty stroke later in the quarter for her first career tally, giving the hosts a comfortable three-goal cushion at intermission.

MIT Fourth-Quarter Surge Falls Short

MIT mounted a comeback in the final period, applying heavy pressure to narrow the deficit. Grace Johnson put the Engineers on the scoreboard early in the fourth quarter, scoring on a deflection from a penalty corner shot by Janie Thomas. Less than 10 minutes later, Ingrid Tomovski dribbled into the circle and lifted a shot through traffic to cut the lead to 3-2 with 3:02 remaining.

The Engineers pushed for an equalizer in the closing minutes, earning multiple opportunities from set pieces. MIT finished the match holding a 13-4 advantage in penalty corners. However, the Connecticut College defensive line held firm, successfully killing off three penalty corners in the game’s final moments to preserve the win.

Match Statistics and Upcoming Schedule

Connecticut College finished the night with a 14-9 edge in total shots. In goal, Isabella Carnall recorded two saves for the Camels, while Alexia Ninios registered four stops for MIT.

Connecticut College will next play at Williams College on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at 1:00 p.m.