The Ball State field hockey team is set to face Central Michigan and No. 5 Michigan this weekend, entering the games with a 2-7 record. Meanwhile, Vermont is coming off a dominant 7-0 victory over Dartmouth and will play New Hampshire, looking to maintain momentum in the America East conference. RPI secured a 3-1 win over Bard, while Georgetown aims to bounce back against Old Dominion and Richmond after a mixed performance last weekend. Michigan State will host No. 6 Maryland after a week of non-conference play, with both teams looking to improve their records. As teams gear up for crucial matchups, standout players like Vermont's Drees and Maryland's Rose are expected to play pivotal roles in their respective games.