Kent State University
(1-2)
Michigan State
(1-2)
Flashes Home Opener Victory over Michigan State
9/1/2023 6:03:00 PM | Field Hockey
KENT, Ohio - The Kent State field hockey team (1-2) won 1-0 against Michigan State (1-2) this afternoon at the home opener.
In the first quarter, both teams were able to record only one shot each. The Flashes secured three corners, however the quarter ended scoreless. Adding three more corners and another two shots, Kent State held off the Spartans at halftime 0-0.
Going into the third quarter, the Flashes were able to keep play in Michigan territory and secure four more corners. Before the final 15 minutes, the Spartans had two shots and Goalkeeper Lyra Gavino made two saves.
In the fourth quarter Kent State found their momentum, when five minutes in, Freshman Eva Usoz took possession into the circle and scored for the Flashes to take the lead. Usoz recorded her first career goal and the first goal of the 2023 season. Ending the game 1-0, Kent State's defense was able to hold Michigan State scoreless and Cecile van Eijck made four saves overall.
The Golden Flashes dominated in corners (10-1) and led in shots (8-5).
Up next, Kent State hosts UC Davis on Sunday, Sept. 3 at 12 p.m.
Team Stats
USOZ, Eva (1)
GOAL by KENTST USOZ, Eva (FIRST GOAL), goal number 1 for season.
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