Field Hockey Edged by Utica, 2-1

ROCHESTER, NY ( nazathletics.com ) – Nazareth field hockey battled back after falling behind by two goals but came up short in a 2-1 loss to Utica on Wednesday, October 14, at NLPA Field. With the loss, the Golden Flyers fall to 1-9 overall and 1-4 in Empire 8 play. HOW IT HAPPENED: The first quarter featured a slower pace, as Utica generated three penalty corners, but Nazareth’s defense held strong to keep the Pioneers off the board. Utica held a slight 3-1 shot advantage through the opening 15 minutes. With the Golden Flyers unable to generate much offensively, goalkeeper…