The American University field hockey team dropped a 2-0 contest to #15 Ohio State after holding the Buckeyes scoreless in the first half.

"I think we're really disappointed that we didn't play better today but I think a lot of credit has to go to Ohio State, I think they did some really great things on their forward line," said Head Coach Steve Jennings. "We had some better control in this game than we have in the first two games because of the midfield play, so that's something that we'll have to build on."

Ohio State (2-1) controlled the pace of play in the first half, registering six shots. American had an opportunity in the 12th minute when the Eagles were awarded a penalty corner, but Gina Hofmann's shot was blocked before reaching the cage.

The Buckeyes found the back of the net just over a minute and a half into the second half. Danica Deckard added her third goal of the season on a breakaway down the left side of the field, beating the American defenders and sending a shot past Ashley Dalisera for the 1-0 lead.

Ohio State continued to pressure the American (0-3) defense after the goal, with Dalisera continuing to come up with big saves. In the 46th minute, the Buckeyes were awarded a penalty stroke but Dalisera blocked the shot from Deckard to preserve the one-goal advantage.

Deckard was able to convert in the 62nd minute on another breakaway for the unassisted goal and the 2-0 lead. The Eagles had an opportunity with a penalty corner in the final minute, but Hofmann sent the shot over the crossbar as time expired.

The Buckeyes held a 15-2 advantage in shots, with Dalisera tallying six saves. Ohio State also held a 5-2 advantage in penalty corners in the game.

American travels to James Madison this Sunday, September 2 to take on the Dukes at 1 p.m. The game will also open a six-game road trip for the Eagles.