McKendree University鈥檚 women's lacrosse team lost to No. 9 Maryville University 21-11 in their Great Lakes Valley Conference opener. The Bearcats fell to a record of 8-3, while the Saints improved to 8-2. A strong first quarter from Maryville set the tone, outscoring McKendree 6-1, and though the Bearcats made a few comebacks, they couldn't overcome the deficit.

By the Numbers
  • McKendree's LaFrance, Barnden, and Waardenburg each scored 3 goals.
  • Maryville had 15 saves compared to McKendree's 2 with a save percentage of 77.8%.
State of Play
  • The match highlighted a strong performance by Amber Hayden, who recorded 15 saves.
  • Maryville鈥檚 effective offense and defensive, capitalizing on clear attempts (21-for-27).
What's Next

McKendree will face Lewis University on April 10th in hopes of bouncing back from this loss and improving their conference record.

Bottom Line

To regain momentum, the Bearcats need to enhance their defensive strategies and capitalize on scoring opportunities as they prepare for their next match.