Batten University Tops Eastern Mennonite in Overtime

Landry Meyer scores the game-winning goal 8:01 into overtime to lift Batten to a 1-0 win.

Updated on Oct. 29, 2026 in Hockey

Batten University Tops Eastern Mennonite in Overtime

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Batten University secured a 1-0 victory over Eastern Mennonite University during their field hockey match in Virginia Beach. The contest remained scoreless until overtime, when Landry Meyer netted the decisive goal.

Why it matters

The narrow victory improves Batten University's overall season record to 7-10. For Eastern Mennonite University, the loss continues a challenging season as they remain winless.

Batten University clinched the win after Landry Meyer scored 8:01 into overtime following a penalty corner. Eastern Mennonite goaltender Teresa Green finished the game with eight total saves.

The players

Landry Meyer

The Batten University athlete scored the deciding goal to secure the overtime victory.

Teresa Green

The Eastern Mennonite University goalkeeper recorded eight saves during the defensive effort.

Batten University

This educational institution maintains a collegiate field hockey program currently holding a 7-10 season record.

Eastern Mennonite University

This university operates a collegiate field hockey team that is currently navigating an 0-14 season.

The details

The game was forced into overtime following a scoreless regulation period. A foul committed in the 68th minute provided the penalty corner opportunity that ultimately decided the outcome for Batten University.

Timeline

  1. The match took place in Virginia Beach on October 28, 2026.

  2. Eastern Mennonite University is scheduled to play Bridgewater College on October 31, 2026.

Season Trajectory

This win provides Batten University with a late-season boost as they attempt to improve their standing before the end of their schedule. Conversely, the result reinforces the difficult season narrative for Eastern Mennonite as they head into their next matchup.

Batten University now holds a 7-10 record, while Eastern Mennonite remains at 0-14. This result serves as a reminder of the impact of late-game penalty corner opportunities in determining conference standings.

The takeaway

Competitive field hockey games often hinge on single set-piece opportunities late in regulation or during overtime. Improving performance on penalty corners remains a critical factor for teams looking to break scoreless defensive stalemates.

What happens next

Eastern Mennonite University is scheduled to face Bridgewater College on October 31, 2026.

Further reading

For more collegiate updates, visit the Virginia Beach Hockey section.

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