The beginning of the game between Boston University and Holy Cross was dominated by strong defense, as both teams struggled to get good opportunities to score. In the second quarter, Holy Cross broke the ice and took a 1-0 lead over BU. It wasn’t until the fourth quarter that we saw another goal. BU scored three goals in the fourth quarter to pull out the comeback win despite a late goal by Holy Cross. The final score was 3-2 giving Head Coach Sally Starr her 500th career victory.
Below are Troy Bolduc’s photos from the game.
Junior midfielder Maddie Hudson (1) waves to the crowd during the introduction of the starting lineup.Junior midfielder Amalia Preece (11) looks to push the ball up the field.The Terriers celebrate after taking their first lead of the game at the 50:46 minute mark.Senior midfielder Payton Anderson (2) fires a shot that is tipped by sophomore forward Nicole Lauro (6) to score their second goal in two minutes.The Terriers watch as junior midfielder Natalie epperson’s (9) shot soars into the goal.Sophomore defender Bella Bergner (3) tries to set up one of her teammates as she inbounds from the penalty corner.Junior midfielder Natalie Epperson (9) tries to penetrate the Holy Cross defense.Junior midfielder Martu Coulo (19) navigates through the Holy Cross defense.Senior defender Katie Devine (25) awaits a Holy Cross corner pass.Sophomore defender Maggie Driscoll (14) and Senior defender Katie Devine (25) look to intercept the pass of a Holy Cross forward.Senior defender Katie Devine (25) launches the ball to BU midfielders to spark a strong offensive possession.Junior forward Celia Nocivelli (8) drives the ball away from Holy Cross forwards.Senior defender Katie Devine (25) airs the ball down the sideline to try to put the BU offense in position to score.Senior defender Katie Devine (25) and senior forward Ella Rottinghaus (7) defend Holy Cross’ effort to push the ball forward.Junior midfielder Amalia Preece (11) prepares to help her teammates defend against the Holy Cross offense.The Terriers huddle together after Head Coach Sally Starr captures her 500th career win.
