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In a stunning 61‑second surge, Ohio State overturned a 1-0 lead to defeat Virginia 2-1, marking the Cavaliers' first loss of the season and highlighting the need for defensive stability in the ACC.
The No. 5 Cavaliers fell 2-1 to the Buckeyes on September 6, with Bella Moore scoring the lone goal before Ohio State rallied late.
A dramatic 4-3 overtime win over Penn State highlights Virginia’s depth, the emergence of fresh talent, and a promising start to the 2025 campaign.
Virginia’s young squad rallied from a late Penn State surge to win 4-3 in overtime, with Mia Abello’s clutch penalty corner sealing the victory.
Virginia’s No.5 field hockey team opens the 2026 season on the road against Penn State, a rivalry that has defined early‑season matchups for over a decade.
As the 2026 ACC field hockey campaign opens, six conference squads sit in the preseason poll, and North Carolina eyes its tenth straight title while new coaches and star players prepare for a season of firsts.
A look at the teams, standout athletes and storylines shaping the upcoming NCAA Division I field hockey season, from Northwestern's pursuit of back‑to‑back titles to the rise of new talent across the country.
After early setbacks and a strong start, the Cavaliers blend veteran talent with fresh recruits and international coaching expertise to chase their first outright ACC championship since 2016.
Milou Klein, a Dutch field‑hockey midfielder with a decorated career in the Netherlands, has been named to the 2026 All‑ACC Preseason Team, a recognition that highlights both her individual achievements and the rising profile of the North Carolina Eagles within the Atlantic Coast Conference.
The Cavaliers rank second in the ACC preseason poll, earning three All‑ACC selections and a challenging slate of early games.
North Carolina leads the 2026 ACC preseason field hockey poll with 73 points, followed by Virginia and a tie between Duke and Wake Forest. The season opens on August 28, featuring key matchups and historic conference dominance.