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The University of Vermont field hockey team, with an 8-8 record, is set to travel to Albany, NY to face UMass Lowell in the America East quarterfinals. This will be the Catamounts’ third appearance in the tournament, with hopes of advancing past the quarterfinals for the first time in program history. Leading Vermont in points is Marie Dijkstra with 27 in the regular season. Goalkeeper Merle Vaandrager has been solid, leading America East with a goals-against average of 1.15.
UMass Lowell, with a 10-7 record, will be a tough opponent for Vermont. The River Hawks rely on players like Madison Leeper and Karlijn Kerkhof for points, with goalkeepers Christina Calendra and Marie Oliemans splitting time in the net.
The Catamounts and River Hawks previously met during the regular season, with Vermont emerging victorious with a 3-1 win. The winner of this quarterfinal matchup will face off against UAlbany in the semi-finals.
The America East quarterfinals promise exciting field hockey action as teams battle for a spot in the semi-finals. Fans can catch the game live on ESPN+ and follow updates on the Vermont field hockey program’s social media channels. Let’s see if the Catamounts can make program history with a strong performance in the quarterfinals.
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