
Columbia Field Hockey Suffers 4-0 Shutout at Underhill Field
Columbia fell 4-0 to California at Underhill Field on Sunday, with the Golden Bears scoring eight goals on 15 shots while Lions goalkeeper Margot Houle made four saves.
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Columbia fell 4-0 to California at Underhill Field on Sunday, with the Golden Bears scoring eight goals on 15 shots while Lions goalkeeper Margot Houle made four saves.

Columbia’s field hockey team opens its 2026 campaign with a pair of high‑profile games, showcasing new recruits and seasoned leaders as they prepare for a demanding schedule and upcoming tournament.

The California Golden Bears will host Columbia at Underhill Field on Sunday at 1 p.m. PT, continuing a home‑opening sweep that has already produced a 2‑0 start to the season. Seven returning starters, including top scorer Liz Klompmaker and senior Holly Pears, will lead the charge under co‑directors Tara and Steve Danielson, whose combined coaching experience exceeds three decades.

Lizzie Adams, Mckenzie Bloom, Margot Houle and Jacinta Solari Etcheberry were highlighted for their contributions, with Adams leading in game‑winning goals, Bloom adding assists, Houle topping the Ivy League in saves, and Solari Etcheberry pacing the offense.