Boston College Women’s Hockey Falls to No. 4 Cornell in Tough Battle

Boston College women’s hockey ran into a tough night on Friday, dropping a 3-0 decision to No. 4 Cornell at Lynah Rink. Goaltender Grace Campbell put on a show with 38 saves, but the Eagles just couldn’t solve Cornell’s defense.

That loss puts Boston College at 3-3-0 for the season. The team flashed some real promise in the opening and closing periods, though it just wasn’t enough to crack Cornell’s strong play.

They’ll get another shot at it on Saturday with a rematch already on the calendar.

Game Highlights and Key Moments

Boston College came out with plenty of energy, matching Cornell shot-for-shot in the first. Senior forward Ava Thomas and freshman Emma Conner created some early chances for the Eagles.

Cornell broke through midway through the first period, taking a 1-0 lead into the break.

First Period: A Strong Start

Both teams started fast, each putting up 10 shots on goal. The Eagles leaned on Campbell in net, and her sharp goaltending kept things tight.

She made several key stops, helping Boston College stay in the fight early on.

Second Period: Cornell Extends the Lead

Cornell found their rhythm in the second, scoring twice more to stretch the lead to 3-0. Even with the setbacks, the Eagles kept battling.

They tried to regroup heading into the final period, hoping to change the momentum.

Third Period: A Valiant Effort

Boston College pushed hard in the third, firing another 10 shots at the net. Thomas, Conner, and Maxim Tremblay led the charge, but Cornell’s goalie Annelies Bergmann just wouldn’t budge.

The Eagles kept pressing, but the puck refused to bounce their way.

Grace Campbell’s Impressive Performance

Grace Campbell stood out for Boston College, racking up 38 saves. She really kept the Eagles in it, especially in the third period when she turned away all 11 shots she faced.

Her night in goal showed just how much grit and skill she brings to the team.

Team Statistics and Highlights

• Shots on Goal: Cornell 41, Boston College 23
• Power Plays: Boston College 0, Cornell 0-for-2
• Top Performers: Ava Thomas and Maxim Tremblay each had 4 shots on goal. Emma Conner and Jaime Griswold led the team with three blocked shots apiece.

Looking Ahead: The Rematch

Boston College gets another crack at Cornell on Saturday at 3 p.m., back at Lynah Rink. If the Eagles can build on some of Friday’s positives and finally break through Cornell’s defense, things could get interesting.

Fans should be in for another gritty, hard-fought game as Boston College tries to even the score.

Keys to Success in the Rematch

What needs to change for Boston College to flip the script? A few things come to mind:

• Offensive Pressure: Keep the attack going and finish more of those chances. Thomas and Conner have to keep leading the way up front.
• Defensive Solidity: Stay tight in their own end and help Campbell out. Limiting Cornell’s looks at the net will be huge.
• Special Teams: The Eagles could use a spark on the power play or penalty kill—sometimes that’s all it takes to tip a close game.

Final Thoughts

The 3-0 loss to Cornell definitely stung. Still, the Boston College women’s hockey team showed flashes of resilience and real potential.

With a few tweaks and a sharper focus, the Eagles could flip the script in Saturday’s rematch. Fans will be watching closely, hoping the team bounces back and grabs a much-needed win.

For more details on the game and upcoming matches, check out the official Boston College Athletics website.