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BOSTON - The Miami University field hockey team controlled possession for a large amount of the game, but 17th-ranked Boston University was able to capitalize on a couple of mistakes to take a 2-1 victory Sunday afternoon. The RedHawks fall to 2-3 on the season, while the Terriers improve to 4-0.

"It was a great game of hockey," said head coach Inako Puzo. "It was well played by both teams and the officials did a great job. We were able to maintain possession of the ball for long periods of time and dictate play of the game. We made critical mistakes during some periods of the game due to the great pressure of BU. These mistakes resulted in dangerous situations in our defensive circle. BU does a great job of adding numbers into the attack which led to many positive outcomes for them. Including their two goals on the board."

Miami had a pair of chances early in the first half. Sophomore midfielder Paula Portugal had a shot in the 12th minute that was stopped by the Terrier goalkeeper. It led to the RedHawks being awarded a penalty corner. Miami would get another good chance, but the shot from sophomore back Avery Sturm went just wide.

The game remained scoreless until the final minute of the half when Boston University snuck one into the left side of goal to take a 1-0 lead into halftime.

The Terriers were able to strike first in the second half when they attacked from the right side to score and take a 2-0 lead in the 49th minute.

The RedHawks got on the board in the 62nd minute on a penalty corner attempt. Senior midfielder Carla Romagosa sent a pass over to junior back Mariona Heras. She took a shot that hit a BU player's foot and found its way into the net. Miami pressed the rest of the way, but was unable to get the tying goal as the Terriers took the 2-1 victory.

"This weekend was another great opportunity for us," said senior forward Geagy Pritchard. "We are always learning something about ourselves in every game, and we grew tactically and philosophically over these two contests."

Boston University had a slight 12-8 advantage in shots and 5-4 in penalty corners. Portugal led Miami with five shots, while senior goalkeeper Alysa Xavier made four saves in net.

"With this game we concluded a great trip to New England where we able to learn a lot about ourselves," said Puzo. "It's important we keep looking forward for new opportunities to improve our game."

Miami returns home on for its next game on Friday when it hosts New Hampshire at 4:30 p.m.