Following a number of attempts in the offensive zone that fell short, midfielder Juliana Lynch, one of only three players to play the full 90 minutes, came up clutch for the Terps, as she buried a beautiful top center shot in the 60th minute. 

Once again, the goal would prove to be exactly what the Terps needed, as neither Maryland nor Penn would score another before time expired. 

In the finale of their tough three-game road stretch to start their season, Maryland would finish in a 1-1 tie for the third game in a row with the University of Pennsylvania Quakers. 

Following their previous game with cross-town rival Navy on Thursday night, the Terps were looking to break the ice, unlike their first two matches. 

Just as in their first two games, the Terps started the game from behind, as Penn midfielder Sizzy Lawton buried her strike into the top left corner for a go-ahead goal in the 33rd minute off a free kick. 

The offensive attempts and scoring took much longer to brew compared to Thursday’s game against the Midshipmen, but once it started, there became constant opportunities for both sides.

Coming out of halftime, the Terps were finally able to take advantage of a scoring opportunity, as midfielder Juliana Lynch evened the match with a shot to the top center in the 60th minute.

Penn’s goalkeeper, Laurence Gladu, shined for the Quakers, coming up with 3 saves on Maryland’s eight shots (four on goal). On the other end, Maryland’s Madeline Smith did not record a save while facing only five shots (two on goal).

The Terps would once again lead their opponents in fouls, but at a significantly reduced number compared to Thursday’s game. The Terps finished with nine fouls compared to Penn’s seven.

Along with Juliana Lynch, Alina Stahl shined for the Terps on offense, recording one shot (one on goal) with an assist. Despite playing the second-fewest minutes out of the Terps’ starting 11, she made it count.

On the defensive side of the ball, Sydney Urban stood out, playing all 90 minutes, and played a crucial role in shutting down Penn’s offensive attacks. 

The Terps should be relieved to finally come home after a tough three-game road stretch, one in which their come-from-behind heroics shined. Still seeking their first win, they will take the pitch at Ludwig Field on Thursday against the Georgetown Hoyas.