LOUISVILLE, Ky.- The Mercyhurst field hockey team won, 3-2, at Bellarmine Saturday afternoon. Catherine Willard, Kate Kurzanski, and Tesa Ramsdell scored a goal apiece. The Lakers improved to 2-0 to start the 2011 season.
 
In the first half, Willard gave Hurst an early lead. The freshman scored her second goal of the weekend at the 13:12 mark, as Kurzanski had the assist. The Lakers maintained their 1-0 advantage going into the second half despite being outshot 9-2 in the first 35 minutes.
 
The Knights tied the contest at the 44:59 mark as Brittany Raque scored her first goal. Kurzanski answered with a goal in the 51^st minute to put Mercyhurst back up 2-1. Kelsey Violanti recorded the assist. Less than a minute later, Ramsdell gave Hurst insurance with her first goal of 2011. Freshman Tracey Mason had the helper. Bellarmine added a goal in the 59^th minute to make the final margin.
 
Goalie Ashley Wiskup had a stellar day, making 13 saves. The Lakers made the most of their opportunities, scoring three goals on seven shots. The Knights posted 21 shots and 14 corners.
 
Hurst hosts Indiana (Pa.) on Wednesday, September 7, at 4 p.m. for the 2011 home opener. For the box score from the Bellarmine game, click here.