For the first time since 2013, Kent State field hockey (9-10) will not be representing the Mid-American Conference in the NCAA tournament, as the Flashes fell, 2-1, to the Redhawks (11-8) in overtime Saturday.
Junior Paula Portugal scored the game-winner for the Redhawks nine minutes into the overtime period, dribbling into circle before ripping off a shot.
In total, Kent State only managed to record three shots total, but still found themselves with a 1-0 lead at halftime after junior Jessica Apelt scored on the rebound from a Courtney Weise shot.