The University of Lynchburg field hockey squad turned a regular-season matchup into a statement win, blanking Denison 7-0 and recording their first shutout of the year. The Hornets' offensive onslaught was relentless, outscoring their opponents by a margin that highlighted both individual brilliance and collective discipline.
Game Highlights
At the heart of the victory was Sydney Cappallo, whose four-goal haul included a hat trick and a late strike that capped a dominant performance. Cappallo became only the third player in the program's history to score four or more goals in a single contest, underscoring her status as a key catalyst for the team's success.
Lynchburg's defensive masterclass was equally impressive; Denison failed to register a single shot on goal, a testament to the Hornets' disciplined back line. Goalkeeper Shay Schoones endured the full 60 minutes between the posts, securing the shutout while his teammates limited Denison to just two shots overall and 31 penalty corners, compared to Denison's meager two.
Supporting Cappallo's scoring spree were Grace Peterson, who contributed a goal and an assist to help build a 4-0 halftime lead, Taylor Secrist, whose 34-second third‑quarter strike extended the advantage, and Sofia Boon, who rounded out the scoring with a final tally assisted by Lauren Mark. The depth of contributions was evident as Khanyisile Mzizi, Sofia Boon, Lauren Mark and Taylor Secrist each added an assist, illustrating a well‑rounded offensive effort that will carry the Hornets into their upcoming road trip to Mary Washington on September 9.