The Towson women's lacrosse team faced off against Hofstra, losing 10-13 in a closely contested match at Johnny Unitas庐 Stadium. The Tigers fall to 4-7 (2-1 CAA), while Hofstra improves to 7-5 (3-0 CAA). Valerie Thompson scored three goals for Towson, with notable contributions from Luca DeMaio, Elise Smigiel, and Hannah Lewis who each scored twice. Despite winning in ground balls and draw controls, the Tigers couldn't overcome Hofstra's scoring runs.

By the Numbers
  • Hofstra outperformed Towson in saves, 10 to 7.
  • Towson had 14 ground balls compared to Hofstra's 12.
  • Six times during the game, the teams traded runs of two or more unanswered points.
Yes, But

While Towson showcased strong performances from multiple players, their inability to maintain momentum during Hofstra's scoring runs ultimately hindered their performance.

State of Play
  • The Tigers managed to tie the game at 7-7 in the third quarter but could not sustain the lead.
  • Hofstra's Nikki Mennella played a critical role, scoring several key goals to maintain Hofstra's lead.
What's Next

Towson will face the reigning CAA champions, Stony Brook, on April 3rd. The game will be crucial for the Tigers as they seek to improve their record.

Bottom Line

Despite strong individual performances, Towson needs to enhance team consistency to overcome tough opponents and stay competitive in the CAA.