Sunday, October 27
Richmond, Va.
1 p.m.
Ball State University
(4-12, 2-3MAC)
1
at
2
Virginia Commonwealth University
(7-8, 4-3 A-10)
1
2
3
4
F
Ball State
0
0
0
1
1
VCU
2
0
0
0
2
Photo by: Ball State University Creative Services
Shampton’s Late Goal Not Enough Against VCU
October 27, 2019 | Field Hockey
RICHMOND, Va. - Senior Michelle Shampton scored late in the game for the Cardinals but it wasn't enough, as Ball State (4-12) would fall 2-1 to Virginia Commonwealth (7-8) Sunday afternoon at Carey Street Field.
The Rams got off to a strong offensive start in the opening minutes of today's contest. VCU scored its first goal at the 4:56 in the first frame and then added another one in the second quarter to take a 2-0 edge over the Cardinals at intermission.
Ball State began to fight its way back into the contest in the third frame after Shampton capitalized off of a rebound to put the ball back into the goal. Shampton's goal marked the seniors fourth of the season and 12th of her career.
After that, the fourth period came down to defense, both teams went scoreless but VCU's early scoring in the first half led to the Rams victory.
Despite the loss, junior goalkeeper Grace Chavez led all players defensively with 14 saves. Chavez now has 244 saves for her career as a Cardinal.
The Ball State field hockey team will wrap up its Mid-American Conference regular season action Friday at the Briner Sports Complex against Appalachian State. The game will be broadcasted live at 3 p.m. ET on ESPN+. The Cardinals will also pay tribute prior to the contest to their seniors.
For the most up-to-date news on the Ball State field hockey team, please follow @BallStateSports and @BallStateFH.
The Rams got off to a strong offensive start in the opening minutes of today's contest. VCU scored its first goal at the 4:56 in the first frame and then added another one in the second quarter to take a 2-0 edge over the Cardinals at intermission.
Ball State began to fight its way back into the contest in the third frame after Shampton capitalized off of a rebound to put the ball back into the goal. Shampton's goal marked the seniors fourth of the season and 12th of her career.
After that, the fourth period came down to defense, both teams went scoreless but VCU's early scoring in the first half led to the Rams victory.
Despite the loss, junior goalkeeper Grace Chavez led all players defensively with 14 saves. Chavez now has 244 saves for her career as a Cardinal.
The Ball State field hockey team will wrap up its Mid-American Conference regular season action Friday at the Briner Sports Complex against Appalachian State. The game will be broadcasted live at 3 p.m. ET on ESPN+. The Cardinals will also pay tribute prior to the contest to their seniors.
For the most up-to-date news on the Ball State field hockey team, please follow @BallStateSports and @BallStateFH.
Team Stats
BALLST
VCU
Goals
1
2
Shots
4
21
Shots on Goal
4
16
Saves
14
3
Corners
2
11
Offsides
0
0
Fouls
38
37
Scoring Plays
STURM, Svea (3)
scored off initial shot rebound
4:56
WETZEL, Janne (5)
Assisted By: STURM, Svea , STURM, Maite
off penalty corner
6:38
SHAMPTON, Michelle
close range put back off rebound
47:20
Game Leaders
Shots
1
SOG
1
Goals
1
Assists
0
Shots
1
SOG
1
Goals
0
Assists
0
Shots
1
SOG
1
Goals
0
Assists
0
Shots
1
SOG
1
Goals
0
Assists
0
Players Mentioned
GK
/ Field HockeyF
/ Field HockeyHeart of the Cardinal Podcast // Julia Verratti of Field Hockey
Wednesday, October 29
Field Hockey vs. Appalachian State
Friday, October 24
Heart of the Cardinal Podcast: October Show - Guests: Haley Sakbun & Julia Verratti
Friday, October 24
Field Hockey vs. Bellarmine
Friday, October 17