Behind 2 goals from Lily Katzman, a game-winner from Eva van Agt, and 8 saves by Annie Kalfas, Northwestern, looking to make their first NCAA Tournament appearance since 2014, took a strong first step in the loaded Big Ten by outlasting Ohio State. The Wildcats controlled possession for much of the game, holding a distinct edge on both shots (22-15) and penalty corners (18-6), which are field hockey’s main opportunity to score from a dead ball position, and come whenever an infraction is committed by the defense in the offensive circle. But after Katzman struck early off of a penalty corner, the Buckeyes were able to convert on one of their own late in the first half, creating a 1-1 halftime scoreline.
Field Hockey Update: Northwestern Takes Down Ohio State in Big Ten Opener
