The Elon women's lacrosse team narrowly lost to Drexel, with a final score of 10-9. After leading 9-8 thanks to Anna Hackett's fourth goal, Elon couldn't hold on as Drexel struck twice in the final minutes, clinching the comeback victory. All three of Elon's CAA conference games this season were decided by a single goal, marking a dramatic trend for the team. Hackett led Elon's scoring with four goals, contributing significantly to her career milestone.

By the Numbers
  • Elon has lost two CAA games with goals scored against them in the final 90 seconds.
  • Hackett's hat trick marked her sixth of the season, bringing her career total to 86 goals.
State of Play
  • Elon is currently 4-6 overall and 1-2 in CAA play.
  • The Phoenix's record reflects a tense stretch, with all their CAA losses being decided by just one goal.
What's Next

The Phoenix will face VCU on Tuesday, a match that was previously postponed due to bad weather. This game is crucial for the team as they aim to gain momentum moving forward in the season.

Bottom Line

Elon must learn to finish games effectively to avoid late-game collapses. With a pattern of narrow losses, the team's ability to hold leads in critical moments will be essential for shifting their season's trajectory.