Richmond field hockey beats VCU 2-1 in overtime

The Richmond Spiders beat the VCU Rams 2-1 in overtime on Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026, in a regular-season field hockey game that started at 2:00 p.m. ET.

How it played out

Richmond scored first, taking a 1-0 lead in the first period. VCU answered in the third period to tie it at 1-1. The fourth period was scoreless, which sent the game to overtime.

The Spiders got the decisive goal in the extra period and finished with the 2-1 win.

Records

The win moved Richmond to 12-6 on the season. VCU fell to 8-10.

Up next

Richmond plays at Saint Joseph's on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. ET.