WASHINGTON – The Georgetown field hockey team defeated Queens University of Charlotte 9-1 on Sunday afternoon at Cooper Field. The Hoyas were led by Lindsey Devine and Skyler Lesslie, who each scored two goals during the game. With the win, the Hoyas advance to a season record of 2-2, while Queens University of Charlotte falls to 0-4.

How it Happened

• The Hoyas dominated in the first quarter, generating many chances and opening up the scoring with a goal off of a penalty corner by Devine late in the period.
• The Royals quickly answered with a goal by Caroline Powell, only to have it followed up with a goal from the Blue & Gray's Lesslie, bringing the score to 2-1 going into the second quarter.
• Sophie Towne scored a goal for the Hoyas early in the period, marking her second goal of the season and bringing the score to 3-1 going into halftime.
• Devine scored her second goal of the game for the Blue & Gray in the 33rd minute, extending the Hoyas' lead to three.
• In the third quarter, Emma Van Der Veen, Vivienne Trumpbour and Eliana Swell each scored a goal for the Blue & Gray, pushing the score to 7-1 heading into the final quarter.
• The Hoyas extended their advantage to eight with a goal by Sydney Yodh and a tally from Lesslie late in the quarter, marking her second goal of the game.

Of Note

• Devine and Lesslie scored two goals apiece during the match.
• Trumpbour scored one goal and had two assists on the day.
• Ciara Weets made three saves for the Hoyas.

Up next

The Hoyas will play again Friday, September 9, as they take on Lock Haven University at 3 p.m. in Lock Haven, Pa. Live stats will be available on GUHoyas.com.