Gwynedd Mercy University fell to Alvernia University 11-10 in overtime despite leading 8-6 after three quarters. Key players included Nick Citrigno, who contributed 2 goals and 2 assists, and Landen Ciran, who scored 4 goals. Defensively, Jake Tedeschi had a standout game with 8 ground balls and won 16 of 22 face-offs, reaching the milestone of 100 career ground balls. The match showcased a late surge from Alvernia, with them scoring five of the last six goals to clinch the victory.

By the Numbers
  • Gwynedd Mercy led 2-1 in the first quarter and 4-3 at halftime.
  • Jake Tedeschi recorded 100 career ground balls and won 16 of 22 face-offs (.727).
Yes, But

The late-game performance from Alvernia highlights Gwynedd Mercy's need to maintain composure in crucial moments, as they led for most of the game but couldn鈥檛 secure the win.

State of Play
  • Gwynedd Mercy drops to a 5-4 record after this overtime loss.
  • The team will play their first Atlantic East Conference match on March 28 against Marywood University.
What's Next

Gwynedd Mercy aims to bounce back against Marywood University, focusing on defensive stability and closing out games as their conference schedule begins.

Bottom Line

This match serves as a critical reminder for Gwynedd Mercy to improve their late-game strategy as they prepare for their upcoming conference challenges.