NASHUA, NH: Rivier field hockey lost to Westfield State University this evening on Joanne Merrill Field in non-conference action. 

THE BASICS:

- Date: 9/20/22

- Score: Westfield 4, Rivier 0

- Records: Rivier 1-5-0, Westfield 5-2-0

HOW IT HAPPENED:

- Corryn Moroney netted the first goal for the Owls about six minutes into the first quarter.

- There were no goals scored until late in the third quarter when Skyla Harthcock recorded two goals in quick succession to give the visiting team a 3-0 lead.

- In the fourth quarter, Owls' Kaleigh Murphy passed to Skyla Harthcock who added another goal, giving her the hat-trick.

- Kylie Coupal (Derry, NH) had six saves for the Raiders. Paige Reisman had one save for the Owls tonight, earning the win.

INSIDE THE NUMBERS:

- Saves: Rivier 6, Westfield 1

- Shots: Westfield 11, Rivier 1

- Penalty Corners: Westfield 12, Rivier 6

UP NEXT:

- Rivier field hockey will travel to Framingham State University on Thursday to take on the Rams at 7:00 PM. 

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