<body><div><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=32GiVI_0wDrQuGv00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=32GiVI_0wDrQuGv00" width="800" height="450" >No. 8 Maryland field hockey fell to No. 3 Ohio State, 2-1, in a nail-biting game marked by solid defensive plays. Ohio State's Makenna Webster netted the game-winning goal on a penalty corner with just 29 seconds left. The Terps, despite a strong performance that included 15 shots compared to Ohio State's six, were unable to capitalize in the final moments. Annemijn Klijnhout scored the only goal for the Terps, tying the game briefly in the fourth quarter.<ul><li>Maryland outshot Ohio State 15-6, with 10 penalty corners versus 5 for the Buckeyes.</li><li>Annemijn Klijnhout scored her second goal of the season in the game.</li></ul>Yes, ButAlthough the Terps dominated in shots and corners, they struggled to convert those opportunities into goals. Their defense was effective, limiting the Buckeyes' attempts but couldn't prevent the late-game surge that decided the match.State of Play<ul><li>Maryland is now 9-4 overall and 4-2 in Big Ten play.</li><li>Ohio State improves to 12-1 with the victory, maintaining a solid position in the conference.</li></ul>Maryland will host No. 7 Michigan on Sunday, which presents another crucial top-10 matchup in Big Ten action.Bottom LineMaryland's loss highlights the need to convert offensive opportunities into points. Their upcoming game against Michigan will be critical for maintaining momentum for the rest of the season.</div></body>

Mountain View, CA

NewsBreak

Terps Narrowly Lose to Buckeyes in Defensive Clash, 2-1

No. 8 Maryland field hockey fell to No. 3 Ohio State, 2-1, in a nail-biting game marked by solid defensive plays. Ohio State's Makenna Webster netted the game-winning goal on a penalty corner with just 29 seconds left. The Terps, despite a strong performance that included 15 shots compared to Ohio State's six, were unable to capitalize in the final moments. Annemijn Klijnhout scored the only goal for the Terps, tying the game briefly in the fourth quarter.