Raleigh, N.C. — Meredith College field hockey made history Tuesday evening, earning its first-ever victory over a Division II opponent with a 2–1 win against Coker University. The game, held at Meredith's home field, was played in partnership with Morgan's Message, a national organization that works to eliminate the stigma surrounding mental health in athletes. The Avenging Angels dedicated the night to raising awareness for mental health and honoring the legacy of Morgan Rodgers, a former collegiate lacrosse player whose story continues to inspire athletes nationwide.
The win also marked another program milestone—Meredith's first-ever winning home record (4–3).
How It Happened
First Quarter
Coker struck first midway through the opening quarter and found the back of the cage. Goalkeeper Jasmin Solar kept Meredith within reach, collecting multiple saves as the Angels found their footing.
End of 1st Quarter: Coker 1, Meredith 0
Second Quarter
Momentum shifted in Meredith's favor early in the second. Junior Megan Ingenito buried the equalizer and tied the score at 1–1 and ignited the Angels' offense. The Meredith defense, led by Natasha Elder and Carleigh Harris, locked down the circle to keep Coker scoreless for the rest of the half.
Halftime: Meredith 1, Coker 1
Third Quarter
Both sides battled evenly in the third quarter. Meredith's defensive unit stayed composed under heavy pressure, denying Coker's scoring chances on a string of penalty corners. Harris came up clutch with a defensive save to preserve the tie.
End of 3rd Quarter: Meredith 1, Coker 1
Fourth Quarter
With just under ten minutes remaining, Ingenito broke the deadlock, netting her second goal of the night off a clean assist from Charlotte Dyer to give Meredith the 2–1 lead. The Angels' defense stood firm through several late Coker corners, with Solar anchoring the back line to secure the historic win.
Final Score: Meredith 2, Coker 1
Inside the Box Score
Junior Megan Ingenito led the way with both Meredith goals, including the late game-winner assisted by Charlotte Dyer. Goalkeeper Jasmin Solar recorded five saves to backstop the defense. Carliegh Harris added a crucial defensive save in the fourth quarter, and the team's back line held Coker to just one goal on 17 total shots. The Avenging Angels tallied 14 shots and three penalty corners, displaying balanced play across the field. The victory not only gave Meredith its first-ever win over a Division II opponent, but also secured the program's first winning home record (4–3) in its young history.
Up Next
The Avenging Angels wrap up their season on the road next week, looking to finish their historic campaign strong. Meredith will face Sweet Briar on November 1 at 2 p.m.
