Sept. 4, 2002

KINGSTON, R.I. - The Providence College field hockey team defeated the University of Rhode Island, 2-1, on Wednesday, September 4, in Kingston, R.I.

The Friars took an early, 1-0, lead as senior sweeper Kara Lukens (Pennsburg, Pa.) connected on her first goal of the season with 19:20 remaining in the first half. Lukens' goal came off of a penalty corner, and was assisted by senior midfielder Courtney Dow (Hampstead, N.H.).

Providence held the 1-0 lead into halftime, but the Rams tied the game at the 18:22 mark of the second half on an unassisted goal from Kelly Johnson.

The Friars scored what proved to be the game-winning goal with 11:42 remaining in the game. Sophomore Amy Phillips (Worcester, Mass.) connected on her first goal of the season after senior Jennifer Chin (Norwood, Mass.) beat Ram's goaltender, Danielle Dagoia, one-on-one.

Providence goalkeeper Meaghan Moran (Framingham, Mass.) registered six saves to earn the win. Dagoia also finished with six saves for URI.

In upcoming field hockey action, Providence (2-1) will travel to Fairfield University on Saturday, September 7 in Fairfield, Conn. The game is scheduled for noon. On Sunday, September 8, the Friars will remain in Fairfield, Conn. to take on Sacred Heart University at 1:00 p.m.

	                1st	2nd		Final
Providence (2-1)	1	1	--	2
Rhode Island (0-1)	0	1	--	1


Scoring Summary:
First Half:  PC, Kara Lukens (Courtney Dow), 19:20.
Second Half:  URI, Kelly Johnson (unassisted), 18:22; PC, Amy Phillips (Jennifer Chin), 11:42.


Goalkeeping:
PC - Meaghan Moran, 6 saves, 1 goal against, 70:00 minutes
URI - Danielle Dangoia, 6 saves, 2 goals against, 70:00 minutes


Shots:  Providence 9, Rhode Island 6
Penalty Corners: Providence 5, Rhode Island 1
Defensive Saves:  URI (2) - Jacklyn Crugnale, Jess Weber