The #2 Florida Southern women's lacrosse team achieved a decisive 10-5 victory over #5 Embry-Riddle, showcasing a potent offense and an impenetrable defense. The Moccasins dominated early, leading 4-0 after the first quarter, and held Embry-Riddle scoreless in the second half. Jenna Vetter led the scoring with three goals, while Rebekah Bargeron delivered a strong performance in goal with seven saves. Despite a brief rally from the Eagles, Florida Southern regained control and sealed the win, improving their record to 11-1 and maintaining their perfect SSC record.

By the Numbers
  • Florida Southern outscored Embry-Riddle 4-0 in the first quarter.
  • The Mocs held Embry-Riddle scoreless in the second half for the first time since April 23, 2022.
Yes, But

Embry-Riddle briefly threatened Florida Southern's lead, scoring five goals, including three in the second quarter, demonstrating resilience. However, their inability to score in the second half hindered any momentum they built.

State of Play
  • Florida Southern improved to 11-1 (3-0 SSC) with this win.
  • Embry-Riddle's record fell to 9-2 (2-1 SSC) after the loss.
What's Next

The Moccasins will face the University of Tampa on Saturday, April 4, at 1 p.m. at Berend Field in Lakeland, aiming to maintain their undefeated SSC record.

Bottom Line

Florida Southern's ability to stifle their opponents defensively while showcasing scoring depth positions them as strong contenders in the SSC, making their upcoming match against Tampa pivotal for maintaining momentum.