PISCATAWAY, N.J. – Redshirt sophomore Alyssa Poarch and junior Hope Lewandoski both scored in the first half to upset No. 20 Rutgers on the road Saturday night. This was the first road victory over a ranked opponent since 2014. After last year's senior day upset win over Northwestern, the Terps now have back-to-back years with a victory over a ranked opponent.
 
Maryland had a slow start to the half, while Rutgers had the majority time of possession. Poarch brought the momentum after having a great shot attempt in the 21^st minute despite having to maneuver by four Rutgers defenders. Poarch returned quickly on the attack and scored in the 23^rd minute.
 
Lewandoski kept the Terps hot after a goal in the 35^th minute off of a free kick. The goal was assisted by Adalee Broadbent and Poarch.
 
New Jersey native Erin Seppi totaled 5 saves to limit Rutgers to one score. Seppi had a huge save in the 50^th minute after Rutgers' had a great shot attempt. Soon after in the 59^th minute, Seppi dove across the goal and pushed a ball out for another crucial save.
 
Rutgers attempted to erase the early deficit, but the Maryland defense remained strong to bring the Terps on top 2-1.  
 
The Terrapins will return to action on Thursday, October 3 when the team travels to Columbus to face Ohio State. 
 
Notes:
Maryland's last win over a ranked opponent on the road came on September 25, 2014 when the Terps traveled to Iowa City and topped #13 Iowa.  
 
Maryland's last win over a ranked opponent came on October 7, 2018 when the Terps defeated Northwestern at home.