AMHERST, Mass. – University of Delaware goalkeeper Colton Silverstein delivered a standout performance Saturday, recording a personal-best 17 saves to help the Fightin’ Blue Hens edge past UMass in a nail-biting 8-7 victory at Garber Field.
The Delaware netminder’s heroics included a crucial save in the game’s closing moments, preserving the one-goal lead for his team. Silverstein’s record-setting day proved instrumental in securing the Blue Hens’ third consecutive victory.
With the win, Delaware improved their season record to 4-7 overall while posting a 2-2 mark in Atlantic 10 Conference competition. The loss dropped UMass to 9-4 on the season and 2-3 in league play.
The victory continues Delaware’s recent hot streak and provides momentum as the team works to climb in the conference standings. Silverstein’s exceptional goaltending performance will be remembered as a career-defining moment for the Blue Hens’ backstop.
