Stanford, California – The Kent State University field hockey team (2-7) wrapped up its trip to California with a 2-1 loss to No. 23 Stanford (5-3) in a thrilling overtime contest on Sunday afternoon. The Kent State offense was highlighted by a goal from freshman Sydney Carr, her first of the season.
The Flashes struck first in the 21st minute of play as Carr fired a shot past the Cardinal goalkeeper to go ahead 1-0. Sophomore Clara Rodriguez Setó recorded the assist on the play. The Flashes held the lead until early in the second period when Stanford tied the game at 1-1 on a goal scored off of a deflection from a penalty corner.