Brunswick, Maine — Colby field hockey pushed Bowdoin to double overtime Sunday before falling 2-1 in a hard-fought NESCAC matchup.
The Mules took the lead in the third quarter when Ruth Collins scored off a penalty corner, putting Colby ahead 1-0. Colby continued to create offensive opportunities, finishing with 18 shots, including 15 on goal, and nine penalty corners. The defense worked to preserve the lead, but Bowdoin tied the game in the fourth quarter to force overtime.
Neither team scored in the first overtime period, sending the game into a second extra period. Colby continued to battle, but Bowdoin scored the deciding goal late in double overtime to secure the win.
Goalkeeper Ginna Jacoby recorded nine saves for Colby, helping keep the game close through regulation and both overtime periods. The Mules also received support from a defensive save by Hadley Swenson.
The loss moves Colby to 7-6 overall and 2-6 in NESCAC play. The Mules will look to bounce back Saturday, Oct. 24, when they travel to face Hamilton at 11 a.m.
