The California lacrosse team lost to Louisville, 12-5, kicking off a three-game road trip. After falling behind 3-0 early, the Bears fought to keep it competitive, but the Cardinals surged in the third quarter, scoring five straight goals. Despite Cal outshooting Louisville and dominating ground balls, they ultimately couldn't close the gap. Reese Whiteman led Louisville with four goals. Cal will face Xavier next in an attempt to rebound from this loss.

By the Numbers
  • Cal outshot Louisville, 32-30.
  • Lulu Murphy registered six saves in the first half but finished with a total of 10 saves.
State of Play
  • Cal leads the ACC in ground balls, holding a 23-17 advantage over Louisville.
  • Both teams had 18 turnovers, showing a competitive spirit throughout the match.
What's Next

Cal will look to bounce back against Xavier, a team struggling with a 2-8 record this season. The game is scheduled for Tuesday at 2:30 pm PT.

Bottom Line

Despite a commendable effort in shooting and ground balls, Cal's inability to capitalize during pivotal moments was decisive in their loss. The team needs a stronger offensive performance in their upcoming match to turn things around.