[Bruce Wang]

Stanford shut out Penn State in the 2nd half and won 7-5! The Cardinal will play host Michigan on Sunday.

Defense by both teams was the story of the game.  On several transitions after a successful defense, Penn State failed to clear against "the ride" (think full court press).  Usually teams don't turn the ball over during a clear and the ride is more about slowing the offense down so the defense can get set.  In this game, Stanford's ride forced turnovers.

Stanford outshot Penn State but several shots hit "the pipe" (metal frame of the goal) and their goalie made some incredible saves against "8 meters" (penalty shot).  Stanford defender Anna Colpack made a couple key saves by preventing the ball from rolling into the goal after deflections. Those heads up plays may have saved the game. 

As a Buckeye by upbringing and a Cardinal by education, I am excited about this game against the Meatchicken Skunkbears.

[Bruce Wang]

Stanford shut out Penn State in the 2nd half and won 7-5! The Cardinal will play host Michigan on Sunday.

Defense by both teams was the story of the game.  On several transitions after a successful defense, Penn State failed to clear against "the ride" (think full court press).  Usually teams don't turn the ball over during a clear and the ride is more about slowing the offense down so the defense can get set.  In this game, Stanford's ride forced turnovers.

Stanford outshot Penn State but several shots hit "the pipe" (metal frame of the goal) and their goalie made some incredible saves against "8 meters" (penalty shot).  Stanford defender Anna Colpack made a couple key saves by preventing the ball from rolling into the goal after deflections. Those heads up plays may have saved the game. 

As a Buckeye by upbringing and a Cardinal by education, I am excited about this game against the Meatchicken Skunkbears.