BRIDGEWATER, Mass. (10/20/2026) - The Nichols College field hockey team held Bridgewater State scoreless through three quarters before three late goals in the final four minutes lifted the host Bears to a 3-0 victory over the Bison on Tuesday afternoon at Mazzaferro Field.
The non-conference loss moves the Bison to 4-11 (2-4 CNE) overall on the season. Meanwhile, the Bears improve to 9-5 (5-2 MASCAC) with the win.
Nichols goalkeeper Fallyn Belisle kept the Bison within striking distance throughout the contest, recording 13 saves on 16 shots on goal. In total, Bridgewater State outshot Nichols 22-1 and held an 8-0 advantage in penalty corners.
The Bison had an opportunity to take the lead in the second quarter when Asya Osei-Opoku put a shot on goal that struck the post at 21:58. Belisle continued to keep Bridgewater State off the scoreboard, making several saves as the Bears generated chances throughout the third quarter.
Nichols carried the scoreless tie into the final period, but Bridgewater State broke through at 56:38 when Abbie Zuber scored the opening goal. Zuber then assisted on consecutive goals by Kaelyn Zuber at 58:34 and Samantha Souza at 59:09 to seal the victory.
Field hockey jumps back into conference play with a visit at No. 20 ranked Endicott College (12-4, 5-1 CNE) this Saturday, October 24th at 12:00 PM.
