The Quinnipiac University field hockey team fell short in Thursday’s game against the University of Maine. The Black Bears (6-1-0) defeated the Bobcats (1-6-0) 4-1, in the evenly matched game.

The game began with equal pressure from both teams—there were even scoring opportunities and there was even possession. But it was Maine that took advantage of their opportunities and scored early, with senior Marissa Shaw’s goal four minutes into the first half.

Quinnipiac had plenty of chances in the first half, and as the game progressed, their pressure increased. With nine minutes left in the period, the Bobcats were awarded with a corner, and then another, but could not capitalize. However, with just over three minutes left in the period, senior Meghan McCulllough received a pass from sophomore Michelle Federico and found the back of the net, scoring the Bobcats only goal of the game. Entering halftime, the score was tied at one.

Both teams had chances in the second half and multiple breakaways. Maine scored again not long into the half on a shot from freshman Samantha Wagg. In the last 10 minutes, they scored another quick two, from senior Jessica Skillings and junior Danielle Aviani.

Quinnipiac was unable to retaliate, and the final score was 4-1. The Bobcats ended the game with four shots on goals, and Quinnipiac senior goaltender Megan Conaboy ended the game with eight saves.

Junior midfielder Angie King had three defensive saves for the Bobcats, breaking the single-season defensive saves record, and the career saves record.

Quinnipiac head coach Becca Main lauded King’s effort and work ethic.

“When I watch the practice that Angie puts in and the time she puts in to it, she deserves every piece of it,” she said. “She stands right there with hardly anything on and stops every single ball.”

King, however, found it difficult to enjoy a personal milestone because of the team’s result.

“It’s kind of bittersweet because obviously we’re not where we want to be right now as a team,” King said. “In hindsight I’m sure I’ll be happy about it, right now it’s not the best feeling because we still didn’t win, but it’s a good feeling looking ahead.”

Despite the Bobcats’ troubles, they remain positive.

“You can’t say we’re not hungry for a win, I’ll tell you that’s one thing we are,” Main said.

The Bobcats will next face Holy Cross on Sept. 22, at 3:30 p.m. in Hamden.