Freshman Sofia Ferri scored in the fifth and final round of a penalty shootout to help UNC beat No. 2 Princeton 1-0 at Karen Shelton Stadium Sunday afternoon.
SHOOTOUT DUB ✅ HOUSE PROTECTED ✅#GoHeels x @WellsFargo pic.twitter.com/3pwTU3NUba
— Carolina Field Hockey (@UNCFieldHockey) September 6, 2026
The two teams had played to a scoreless draw after four quarters and one sudden-death overtime period, necessitating the first penalty shootout for the Tar Heels since the 2023 national championship game against Northwestern, a game also played at Karen Shelton Stadium. The Tigers had controlled most of the chances during open play, outshooting Carolina 15-9 overall and 6-3 in shots on target. Princeton also took eight penalty corners to UNC’s two. But Tar Heel goalie Merritt Skubisz stopped five Tiger shots, with back Morgan O’Donnell stepping in to stop the other early in the third quarter and preserve the scoreless tie.
Defense is a team activity ??
Mimi and Morgan combine on the line to keep the Tigers out of our goal!! pic.twitter.com/v5ziGbaArU
— Carolina Field Hockey (@UNCFieldHockey) September 6, 2026
In the penalty shootout, the Tar Heels took an early advantage after Coco Courtright and Reese Anetsberger scored their attempts and Skubisz stopped Princeton’s first three. UNC could have ended the shootout with a score in either of its next two attempts, but both Charly Bruder and Ella Barbacci came up emptyhanded. Meanwhile, Princeton converted its next two strokes to even the shootout at 2-2. That brought Ferri to the spot with the game on her stick. In the fifth and final round, Ferri moved to her left and then spun around the Tiger goalie to score the winning stroke.
The freshman finishes it off!! Drama to the last!
What a moment for Sofia Ferri!! pic.twitter.com/boRHkVH6uk
— Carolina Field Hockey (@UNCFieldHockey) September 6, 2026
With Sunday’s win, UNC is now 2-2 on the season after dropping its opening two games. The Tar Heels will be back in action Friday when they host Old Dominion at Karen Shelton Stadium at 5 p.m.
Featured image via UNC Field Hockey on Twitter
Chapelboro.com does not charge subscription fees, and you can directly support our efforts in local journalism here. Want more of what you see on Chapelboro? Let us bring free local news and community information to you by signing up for our newsletter.
UNC Field Hockey Beats No. 2 Princeton After Penalty Shootout Chapelboro.com.
Hence then, the article about unc field hockey beats no 2 princeton after penalty shootout was published today ( ) and is available on chapelboro ( Middle East ) The editorial team at PressBee has edited and verified it, and it may have been modified, fully republished, or quoted. You can read and follow the updates of this news or article from its original source.
Read More Details
Finally We wish PressBee provided you with enough information of ( UNC Field Hockey Beats No. 2 Princeton After Penalty Shootout )
Also on site :
- The Pioneer Woman’s ‘Darling’ Scalloped Ramekins Are Just $5 and Perfect for Snacks, Dips, and Desserts
- Juventus Face Milan Today: Kickoff Time and Broadcast Details
- 1984 Hit, From the English Band’s Debut Album ‘Diamond Life,’ Is Still an Unforgettable Hit 42 Years Later