Richmond’s two-goal lead slips away in overtime loss to Delaware

Richmond led 2–0 at halftime but fell 3–2 in overtime to Delaware Friday, October 16, at Crenshaw Field. The loss left the Spiders 8–5 overall in their first overtime field hockey game of the season.

Reese Miller opened the scoring in the sixth minute, redirecting a Clara Larripa attempt for her first goal of the season. Larripa scored in the tenth minute to double the lead. Richmond held a 12–3 shot advantage and a 4–2 edge in penalty corners at halftime.

Delaware’s comeback came late. The Blue Hens scored in the 58th minute and equalized with 1:23 remaining in regulation, then won on a tip-in during overtime.

The teams finished level at 16 shots each, while Delaware earned 10 penalty corners to Richmond’s six. Amanda Cimillo made nine saves for the Spiders, and Elen Nicholls contributed a defensive save.

Richmond stays home to face Old Dominion on Sunday, October 18, at 1 p.m. Eastern. Senior Day ceremonies are scheduled before that match at Crenshaw Field.