SMITHFIELD, R.I. - The LIU field hockey team fell on the road Sunday, succumbing to Bryant, 1-0. With the loss, the Sharks are now 6-9 overall, and 4-2 in the Northeast Conference, while Bryant improves to 2-4 in NEC action.

The Bulldogs scored early, getting a goal on the board in the eighth minute of play. Though LIU would outshoot the home team 10-6, the Bulldogs' goalie made some key saves to preserve the shutout and earn the win for her team in net.

Up next, LIU travels to Loretto, Pa. to take on Saint Francis U., Friday, October 29 at 1 p.m.