The Brown women's lacrosse team fell short in a comeback attempt against No. 5 Yale, losing 10-8. After trailing 10-4 with just over 13 minutes left, Brown managed to close the gap to two goals but couldn't secure the equalizer. Adele Atherton led Brown with two goals and two assists, while Tessie Batchelder added two goals and an assist. Despite winning the draw controls, Yale capitalized on offensive opportunities to secure the win.

By the Numbers
  • Brown scored four goals in the final quarter after trailing 10-4.
  • Adele Atherton contributed 4 total points (2 goals, 2 assists) in the game.
State of Play
  • Brown's record now stands at 4-4 overall and 1-1 in Ivy League play.
  • Yale improved to 8-1 overall and 2-0 in Ivy League competition.
What's Next

Brown is set to continue Ivy League play against Harvard on Saturday, Mar. 28. The matchup will take place at Jordan Field, starting at 12 p.m.

Bottom Line

Although Brown fell short against Yale, their late-game performance suggests potential for future improvements. The Bears will need to build on their resilience as they prepare for upcoming Ivy League challenges.