NEW YORK, NY – The Rider University Field Hockey team was topped 1-0 by Columbia Sunday afternoon. The Broncs fall to 2-6 on the season, while the Lions improve to 3-5.
 
Late in the first quarter, the Lions scored off a penalty corner, for what would be the game's lone score.
 
The Broncs best opportunity came midway through the third quarter. On a pair of penalty corners, Valeria Perales (Madrid, Spain/IES Mirasierra) had a pair of shots, the first going just wide, and the second being saved by the Columbia netminder.

Quotes & Notes
- The Lions now lead the all-time series 6-4.
- Carlee Fulton (West Chester, PA/West Chester East) made the start in goal and played all 60 minutes, making one save.

Broncs By The Numbers
- Rider held an 8-6 edge in shots, with a 3-2 advantage in shots on goal.
- The Broncs earned six corners, while the Lions earned five.
 
Up Next
- Rider opens NEC play on Friday at Merrimack, beginning at 2 p.m.