Game Recap: No. 2 Rhodes vs. No. 3 Marian University

The Rhodes College field hockey team delivered a commanding performance in the CFHC Semifinal, defeating No. 3 Marian University  2–0 on Friday, November 7, 2025, at Smith Field in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. The Lynx controlled the pace from start to finish, combining efficient offense with a locked-in defensive effort to punch their ticket to the conference championship game.

Key Performances

Junior Maria Zaporozhski opened the scoring just 13 minutes into the first quarter, giving Rhodes an early lead. Zaporozhski later assisted Abbie Wallace in the 59th minute to secure the Lynx's second goal and seal the victory. Alder Dickey anchored the midfield with steady defensive pressure and key ball movement, while goalkeeper Caroline Naifeh was stellar in the cage, tallying seven saves for her seventh shutout of the season.

Game Highlights

Rhodes took control early when Zaporozhski capitalized on an early chance to put the Lynx on top. The defense held firm through Marian's second-quarter push, with Naifeh making multiple critical stops. In the fourth quarter, Wallace's composed finish off Zaporozhski's assist doubled the lead, allowing the Lynx to close out the match with poise and precision.

Up Next: No. 2 Rhodes vs. No. 1 University of Mary Washington 

With the semifinal victory, Rhodes advances to the CFHC Championship, where they will face No. 1 University of Mary Washington on Sunday, November 9, with the conference title on the line.