Grantham, Pa. (October 14, 2026) — Alvernia field hockey (6-6, 2-2 MAC) fell to Messiah University (7-5, 4-0 MAC) on Wednesday night in what was a crucial matchup for seeding as MAC playoff conversations begin to surface.
Jazmin Mayfield faced 31 shots and made a career-high 12 saves in net for the Golden Wolves. The Falcons struck early within the first five minutes of play and then added an insurance goal in the early goings of the second quarter. After a third quarter shutout the Falcons connected twice late to bring the final to 4-0.
How It Happened:
- Messiah's fast-paced offense lived up to its name when the Falcons connected with the back of the net just five minutes into the opening quarter, putting the Golden Wolves in a hole early.
- The Golden Wolves' only offensive opportunity sprung off the stick of Caroline Martin, who recorded the Golden Wolves' sole shot on goal 10 minutes into the contest.
- Throughout the remainder of the game, the Falcons' offensive attack proved to be too much as they dominated the time of possession, forced 12 corner opportunities, and took 31 total shots, 16 of which found their way to the cage.
- After the Falcons' offense was shut out in the third quarter, they added two more goals late in the closing stanza to take home a 4-0 win.
Inside the Box Score:
- Jazmin Mayfield set a career high in saves with 12, surpassing her previous high of 11 saves, which she had accomplished three times already this season.
- Caroline Martin recorded the only shot on goal for the Golden Wolves.
Up Next:
- The Golden Wolves welcome SUNY Geneseo to town for their Pink Out game on Sunday, October 18, at 12 PM.
