Newton, Massachusetts, September 13, 2025
News Summary
The No. 14 UMass Minutewomen secured a hard-fought victory against the No. 4 Boston College Eagles with a score of 2-1, after two overtimes and a shootout. Emily Barrett opened the scoring for UMass early in the match, but Boston College equalized through Madelieve Drion in the fourth quarter. The match remained tied through overtime, ultimately leading to a shootout where UMass turned their chances into a win, maintaining their undefeated start to the season.
Newton, Massachusetts
No. 14 UMass Minutewomen defeated No. 4 Boston College Eagles 2-1 on September 12, 2025, in a match that required two overtimes and a shootout to determine the winner. The game was played at Boston College’s home field in Newton. The victory improved UMass’s record to 5-0, while Boston College dropped to 3-2.
What happened
The deciding goal sequence began early when UMass opened the scoring just 1 minute and 59 seconds into the match, with Emily Barrett netting the first goal off an assist from Neva Eisenga. Boston College evened the score in the fourth quarter at the 50:37 mark through Madelieve Drion, who received an assist from Klara Mueffelmann. With the teams tied 1-1 at the end of regulation and no goals in the two overtime periods, the match moved to a shootout. During the shootout, Melea Weber was the only player to score for Boston College. UMass converted its shootout chances and prevailed, registering the final 2-1 result.
Key moments
Early strike set the tone
UMass’s fast start with Barrett’s goal put immediate pressure on Boston College, forcing the Eagles to chase the game for much of regulation. The Minutewomen’s ability to score in the opening minutes provided momentum that carried through to overtime.
Late equalizer
Boston College responded late in the fourth quarter when Drion converted at 50:37, tying the game and sending play into overtime. That goal was crucial for the Eagles to avoid a regulation loss and extend the match.
Overtime and shootout
Neither team scored in the two overtime periods. The shootout then became the decider, with UMass successfully converting its opportunities and holding off Boston College despite a scoring attempt by Melea Weber for the Eagles.
Aftermath and standings
The win kept UMass unbeaten at 5-0 early in the season, extending momentum following a season in which the program reached the NCAA Final Four. Boston College, now 3-2, will return to action against in-city rival Boston University on September 14, 2025, with the game scheduled for 1 p.m.
Context and recent form
Boston College entered the matchup after splitting games in the ACC/Big Ten Challenge earlier in the season. Prior to facing UMass, the Eagles suffered a loss to No. 1 Northwestern, which marked their first defeat of the season. The matchup with UMass represented a test for Boston College against a ranked opponent and served as a gauge of how the Eagles respond after top-tier competition and a split in the challenge event.
Implications
For UMass, the victory reinforced a strong start to the 2025 season and built on the program’s high level of play from the previous year, when the Minutewomen advanced to the NCAA Final Four. For Boston College, the loss represents a setback but also provides one final regular-season tune-up before the local matchup against Boston University. The outcome leaves the Eagles searching for adjustments to regain consistency against ranked opposition.
Game timeline
– 1:59 — UMass goal by Emily Barrett, assisted by Neva Eisenga.
– 50:37 — Boston College goal by Madelieve Drion, assisted by Klara Mueffelmann.
– Two overtime periods — no goals.
– Shootout — UMass converted shootout opportunities; Melea Weber scored the only shootout goal for Boston College. Final shootout-decided score recorded as 2-1 in favor of UMass.
What to watch next
Boston College returns to the field on September 14, 2025, against Boston University at 1 p.m. UMass will look to maintain its unbeaten run as the season progresses and opponents adjust to the Minutewomen’s early form and postseason momentum from the prior year.
FAQ
Q: Who won the match and what was the final score?
A: No. 14 UMass Minutewomen defeated No. 4 Boston College Eagles by a final score of 2-1 following overtime and a shootout on September 12, 2025.
Q: Where and when was the game played?
A: The match took place at Boston College’s home field in Newton, Massachusetts, on September 12, 2025.
Q: Who scored the goals during regulation?
A: Emily Barrett scored for UMass at 1:59 (assist by Neva Eisenga). Madelieve Drion scored for Boston College at 50:37 (assist by Klara Mueffelmann).
Q: How did the shootout unfold?
A: After two overtimes with no scoring, the match proceeded to a shootout. Melea Weber was the only Boston College player to score in the shootout; UMass converted its shootout chances and secured the victory.
Q: What are the teams’ records after the game?
A: UMass improved to 5-0. Boston College fell to 3-2.
Q: When is Boston College’s next game?
A: Boston College is scheduled to play Boston University on September 14, 2025, at 1 p.m.
Quick reference table
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Date | September 12, 2025 |
| Location | Boston College home field, Newton, Massachusetts |
| Final score | UMass 2, Boston College 1 (after overtime and shootout) |
| UMass goal | Emily Barrett (1:59), assist: Neva Eisenga |
| Boston College goal | Madelieve Drion (50:37), assist: Klara Mueffelmann |
| Shootout | UMass converted shootout chances; Melea Weber scored for Boston College |
| Records after game | UMass 5-0; Boston College 3-2 |
| Boston College next game | vs. Boston University, September 14, 2025, 1 p.m. |
| Notable recent results | Boston College split ACC/Big Ten Challenge games; earlier loss to No. 1 Northwestern |
| UMass recent context | Returned to strong form after reaching the NCAA Final Four last season |
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Additional Resources
- Boston College Eagles Official Site
- UMass Minutewomen Official Site
- Sports Illustrated
- Wikipedia: Field Hockey
- Google Search: Boston College Field Hockey
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