Sewanee, TN – Rhodes College field hockey earned a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Sewanee in a game that saw dominant defensive play and timely offense. The Lynx were able to break through in overtime, with key performances from both the defense and attack, as they secured their second consecutive win and extended their momentum into the upcoming championship match.

RECAP: RHODES VS SEWANEE

Key Performances:
Izzy Hendricks delivered a game-changing performance, scoring Rhodes' lone goal of the match in overtime play.
Catherine Gluodenis had a standout performance in goal, earning 3 saves and recording a shutout. Her composed play in the back helped keep Sewanee from capitalizing on their few scoring chances.
Maria Zaporozhski and Grace Utz were pivotal in the midfield and defense, breaking up Sewanee's attacks and maintaining possession, which allowed Rhodes to control the flow of the game.

Team Statistics:
Shots: 16
Shots on Goal: 10
Goals: 1
Defensive Saves: 1

Goalkeeper Stats:
Catherine Gluodenis: 0 GA, 3 Saves

Looking Forward: Rhodes vs. University of Mary Washington
The Lynx now shift their focus to their next game, facing the University of Mary Washington Eagles on November 10, 2024, in the CFHC Championship in Sewanee, Tennessee. Rhodes is coming off two straight victories and will look to carry that momentum into what promises to be a high-stakes and exciting match against Mary Washington.

Historical Matchup Overview:
The history between Rhodes and Mary Washington has been a competitive one, with both teams regularly battling it out in closely contested games. The most recent encounter between the two squads was on October 19, 2024, where Rhodes won 2-1 in a nail-biting matchup. The Lynx will look to build on this victory and continue their strong form into the upcoming championship game.

Next Matchup:
Opponent: University of Mary Washington  
Date: November 10, 2024  
Location: Sewanee, TN  
Time: 11:00 AM CT