Temple Field Hockey is back in the Big East Tournament for the fifth straight season and they are looking to finally break through the semifinal round. The Owls have lost in the semifinals the last four years, including the last two to Old Dominion. This year, Temple once again finds themselves pitted against the Monarchs, this time as the second seed in the tournament.
Temple took down ODU 1-0 in overtime on Sept. 27, but the two teams are far different now. The Owls are built on the back of its defense, which has recorded seven shutouts this season and allows less than two goals per game. Goalkeeper Isabella Ospitale has been one of the best goalkeepers in the conference and has been key to the Owls’ success. The offensive side of the ball has been Temple’s Achilles Heel.
The Owls have struggled to convert on their numerous chances, pinning extra pressure on the defense to perform. Despite the postseason struggles, the Owls feel as if this may be their best chance yet.
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