Wingate University suffered a narrow 9-8 defeat to Mount Olive in a women's lacrosse matchup marked by heavy turnovers. The Bulldogs committed 28 turnovers, impacting their performance despite outshooting the Trojans 25-12. Wingate falls to 10-3, while Mount Olive improves to 8-5 overall.

By the Numbers
  • Wingate shot 25 times, compared to 12 from Mount Olive.
  • The Bulldogs won 16 of 19 draw controls in the match.
Yes, But

Despite the loss, Wingate demonstrated superiority in shots and draw controls, indicating potential if they can reduce their turnover rate. Mount Olive's ability to capitalize on Wingate's errors was crucial to their victory.

State of Play
  • Wingate's attack was led by Stacy Glover, who scored four goals.
  • Defensively, the Bulldogs managed to cause 27 turnovers from Mount Olive.
What's Next

Wingate will face UVA Wise next, seeking to bounce back from this disappointing loss and address their turnover issues to improve their season record.

Bottom Line

Wingate's loss underscores the need for improved ball control and decision-making; minimizing turnovers is essential for future success in upcoming matches.