McKendree rallied in the second half to defeat the Lewis University women鈥檚 lacrosse team 10-5, overcoming a two-goal halftime deficit. The Bearcats scored seven unanswered goals, improving their record to 9-3 (1-1 GLVC), while the Flyers fell to 6-5 (0-2 GLVC). Key performances included Jayna Barnden's hat trick and Mackenzie Stroisch contributing three points and three caused turnovers. Amber Hayden excelled in goal for McKendree with 12 saves, while Lewis' Eliana Cappellini and Georgia Kodytek each scored two goals.

By the Numbers
  • McKendree outscored Lewis 7-1 in the second half.
  • Jayna Barnden scored a hat trick, leading the game with three goals.
  • Amber Hayden made 12 saves for McKendree, while Sophia Fountain made 14 saves for Lewis.
State of Play
  • The game was tied 2-2 after the first quarter.
  • Lewis had a 5-3 lead in the third quarter before McKendree's comeback.
What's Next

The Flyers will face Maryville in St. Louis on Sunday at noon, seeking to bounce back from this loss.

Bottom Line

McKendree's strong second half demonstrates their ability to capitalize on opportunities, while Lewis must regroup quickly to address their second GLVC loss. The performance of both teams highlights the competitive nature of the league.