The Winthrop University lacrosse team fell to Longwood, 10-7, seeking its first Big South Conference victory. The game saw a tight contest with multiple lead changes, but Winthrop struggled with turnovers, committing 28 to Longwood's 23, particularly in the crucial third quarter. Despite a strong effort from Iannotti and Hollinger, who combined for three goals and assists, the Eagles couldn't mount a successful comeback. Longwood's Rogers dominated the scoreboard with three goals and key assists from Forman helped secure the Lancers' win.

By the Numbers
  • Winthrop committed 28 turnovers, impacting their momentum and scoring chances.
  • Longwood scored three goals in a row to stretch their lead to 10-6 before Winthrop's late goal.
State of Play
  • Winthrop remains winless in Big South Conference play after this loss.
  • The team is struggling with offensive consistency and high turnover rates.
What's Next

Winthrop will need to address their turnover issues and improve offensive execution as they prepare for upcoming conference matches. The focus will likely be on building momentum and finding strategies to secure their first win.

Bottom Line

To turn the season around, Winthrop must minimize turnovers and enhance their goal-scoring efficiency, focusing on maintaining possession and asserting pressure throughout upcoming games.