Bryant University’s field hockey team edged out Hofstra Pride by a 2-1 margin in a tightly contested match on Tuesday, delivering a finish that kept fans on the edge of their seats.
The Bulldogs struck first, capitalizing on a penalty corner early in the first quarter. Luci Hollister dove for the ball as Emerson Johnson slipped it past her for the opening goal, giving Bryant an early lead.
Hofstra answered midway through the third quarter, tying the game at 1-1 when Sarah Smalley converted a rebound with just 16 seconds left on the clock, sparking a surge of excitement among the Pride.
A Late Surge Defines the Contest
The decisive moment arrived in the final 30 seconds of the fourth quarter, when Emerson Johnson found the net on a penalty corner, sealing the victory with just 23 seconds remaining and sparking a celebration among the Bulldogs' bench.
Goalkeeper Maud van Lierop made six saves for Bryant, while Luci Hollister turned away seven shots for Hofstra, underscoring the defensive intensity and the narrow margins that defined the game.
The win improves Bryant’s all‑time record against Hofstra to 3‑4 and sets the stage for the Bulldogs’ first road test of the season, a Friday night showdown scheduled for Staten Island at 3 p.m.