North Carolina field hockey secured its 13th consecutive victory over Princeton, edging the Tigers 2-2 in a dramatic shootout at Karen Shelton Stadium.
A Defensive Clash at Karen Shelton Stadium
The match unfolded as a tense, goalless battle through regulation and two overtimes, marking the first shootout held at the stadium since the Tar Heels captured the 2023 national championship.
Sophomore goalkeeper Merritt Skubisz made five crucial saves, including a dramatic stop in the final half and an inch‑perfect save midway, while freshman Sofia Ferri converted the decisive 10th attempt to clinch the win.
Early in the shootout, Coco Courtright and Reese Anetsberger gave the Tar Heels an opening advantage, and Princeton’s Reese Milone was the sole opponent tested near the goal in the first half before Skubisz denied her.
Defender Morgan O'Donnell also produced an inch‑perfect save off the goal line in the second half, underscoring the collective effort that kept the score level, and the Tar Heels are set to host Old Dominion next Friday at 5 p.m. ET, with the game streamed live on ACCNX.