READING, Pa. – Field Hockey (1-6) returned home to face William Patterson (0-6) as the Lions inch closer and closer to the start of conference play. Following 60 minutes of play, the visiting Pioneers would leave with a 2-0 victory over the Lions. 
 
As a team, the Lions combined for eight shots which included Rebecca Geiger putting a team high three on goal. 
 
Also recording multiple shots throughout the game McKena Cox who recorded two of her own while creating a number of additional scoring chances. 
 
Keliah Santiago made a number of well-placed passes to set up scoring chances for her teammates.
 
The Lions' defense put together a strong overall outing and held the Pioneers to just four shots on goal with Jessica Butz breaking up a number of offensive opportunities.
 
Despite the strong effort from the Lions, the offense was unable to break through the Pioneers' defense resulting in a close home loss. 
 
Up Next: 
 
The Lions will travel to play their final out of conference road games beginning with Stockton on Saturday (9/27) at 10:00 am.