Thrilling Ivy League Showdown: Bryant University Faces Off Against Dartmouth

SMITHFIELD, RI – In an exciting matchup, Dartmouth (3-0) faced off against Bryant (3-2) on Saturday. The game took place at The Conaty Indoor Athletics Center. Dartmouth continued their winning streak with a solid 15-5 victory over the Bulldogs.

This match leaves Bryant with a record of 3-2 for the season.

Game Overview

Here’s how the game unfolded:

First Quarter:

Dartmouth kicked off the game with an early goal, seizing the momentum. Bryant quickly responded when Emily DeGeorge scored, ending the quarter with Dartmouth slightly ahead.

Second Quarter:

Both teams showcased their skills. Dartmouth took advantage of some missed opportunities by Bryant, pushing their lead. However, the Bulldogs managed to stay close with timely goals as they headed into halftime.

Third Quarter:

In the third quarter, Dartmouth’s defense was impenetrable. They held Bryant scoreless while Puccio and Bennett scored for their team, increasing their lead.

Fourth Quarter:

Dartmouth dominated the final quarter, outscoring Bryant 7 to 1. Catherine Erb opened the quarter with three consecutive goals, while Fiona O’Keeffe scored four more, wrapping up the game with a final score of 15-5.

Key Highlights:

• Kaelynn O’Brien scored her first two goals of the season, showcasing her talent.
• Emily DeGeorge reached 20 goals this season, leading the Bulldogs’ scoring.
• Amelia Piercy made her mark on the scoreboard after a quiet performance earlier.

Scoring Breakdown:

First Period:

• 12:44 – Maja Desmond (unassisted) – 1–0 (Dartmouth)
• 11:42 – Emily DeGeorge (assisted) – 1–1 (Bryant)
• 09:49 – Kaelynn O’Brien (unassisted) – 1–2 (Bryant)
• 07:23 – Fiona O’Keeffe (unassisted) – 2–2 (Dartmouth)
• 05:23 – Maja Desmond (assisted) – 3–2 (Dartmouth)
• 03:25 – Katina Christensen (unassisted) – 4–2 (Dartmouth)

Second Period:

• 12:56 – Elise Larsen (unassisted) – 4–3 (Bryant)
• 09:28 – Fiona O’Keeffe (unassisted) – 5–3 (Dartmouth)
• 07:11 – Ryan Hapgood (assisted) – 6–3 (Dartmouth)
• 00:58 – Amelia Piercy (unassisted) – 6–4 (Bryant)

Third Period:

• 11:37 – Samantha Bennett (unassisted) – 7–4 (Dartmouth)
• 09:08 – Mia Puccio (assisted) – 8–4 (Dartmouth)

Fourth Period:

• 12:56 – Catherine Erb (assisted) – 9–4 (Dartmouth)
• 09:55 – Catherine Erb (assisted) – 10–4 (Dartmouth)
• 08:58 – Catherine Erb (assisted) – 11–4 (Dartmouth)
• 04:42 – Mia Puccio (assisted) – 12–4 (Dartmouth)
• 04:10 – Kaelynn O’Brien (unassisted) – 12–5 (Bryant)
• 03:30 – Boo Dewitt (assisted) – 13–5 (Dartmouth)
• 02:09 – Fiona O’Keeffe (assisted) – 14–5 (Dartmouth)
• 00:24 – Fiona O’Keeffe (unassisted) – 15–5 (Dartmouth)

Looking Ahead

Next up, the Bulldogs will host the University of Rhode Island at Beirne Stadium on February 26th.