
Maryland Field Hockey Edges Temple 3-1 in Thrilling Contest
A late surge led by Francisca Eschoyez secures a 3-1 victory over Temple, highlighting new player contributions and strategic adjustments by coach Missy Meharg.
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A late surge led by Francisca Eschoyez secures a 3-1 victory over Temple, highlighting new player contributions and strategic adjustments by coach Missy Meharg.

The Terrapins secured a 3-1 victory against Temple in their season opener, showcasing a disciplined backfield diamond and early scoring from newcomers.

The Temple Owls opened their 2026 campaign with a 3‑1 loss to the Maryland Terrapins, who entered the match ranked thirteenth nationally. Maryland’s early pressure paid off, as they outshot Temple 5‑0 in the first quarter and built a lead that would prove decisive. The turning point came in the second quarter when Francisca Eschoyez opened the scoring for Maryland, extending their advantage before halftime. Aida Ierubino added a second goal just before the break, putting the Terrapins comfortably ahead. Temple managed to respond in the third quarter, with Lucia Magro converting a penalty stroke to bring the score to 2‑1, sparking hope among the Owls’ fans. However, Maryland’s dominance on penalty corners — nine to one — and a relentless attack resulted in two more goals in the final quarter, sealing a 3‑1 victory. Despite the loss, the Owls remain 1‑1 in Big East play and will look to rebound when they travel to face Lafayette on September 4 at 6 p.m. in Easton, Pennsylvania.

Maryland Field Hockey opened its 2026 campaign with a 3-0 victory over Drexel, marking the program’s 30th straight opener win and setting the stage for a Conference Cup clash with Temple.

Maryland’s field hockey team, ranked No. 13, opened its season with a dominant 3‑0 win over Drexel, showcasing aggressive play, a high shot volume and a clean sheet that highlights the squad’s depth and defensive discipline.

The University of Maryland’s field hockey program is gearing up for the 2026 campaign, blending seasoned veterans with a wave of promising newcomers under Coach Missy Meharg’s leadership.

The University of Maryland’s field hockey program entered the 2025 season with high expectations, having been preseason ranked fourth in the National Field Hockey Coaches Association poll. Yet the Terrapins finished the year with just ten victories, marking the second‑lowest win total of the Missy Meharg era and falling short of the standards set in previous decades.

Three incoming Maryland field hockey student‑athletes have been selected for the 2026 Longstreth Senior All‑American Game, highlighting standout high school careers and setting the stage for their collegiate futures.

From July 17‑19, a dozen Terrapins will compete in Virginia Beach, where their performances could earn them spots on the 2026‑27 U.S. U‑21 Women's National Team and other development pathways.