Calvin women's lacrosse faced a tough defeat against rival Hope College in their MIAA conference opener, resulting in a 17-15 loss. Despite a strong performance, the Knights were unable to complete a late comeback after cutting the deficit to just two goals. Calvin's overall record now stands at 6-5, with an 0-1 mark in conference play, while Hope improved to 7-1 and 1-0 in the MIAA. Senior Morgan Bethard had a standout game, scoring five goals to lead Calvin's attack.

By the Numbers
  • Calvin outperformed Hope in draw controls with 17 compared to 16.
  • Morgan Bethard scored five goals, contributing significantly to Calvin's offense.
  • Hope outshot Calvin 39 to 32 overall.
State of Play
  • The Knights stumbled early, allowing a 5-0 scoring run by Hope in the first period.
  • Calvin responded with a strong second half, particularly in the fourth period.
  • Despite a late surge, Calvin's efforts were thwarted by Hope's defense in the closing minutes.
What's Next

Calvin will face Trine University next in an effort to bounce back from the loss. The game is scheduled for Saturday, April 4th, at 1 PM.

Bottom Line

Calvin women's lacrosse showed resilience despite the loss, with key players stepping up. Their ability to rally in the fourth quarter highlights promise, but they'll need to tighten their defense and capitalize on scoring opportunities to convert close games into wins moving forward.