Howard University women's lacrosse faced a challenging matchup against Mercyhurst, losing 12-7 despite a strong rally in the fourth quarter. The Bison struggled in the third period, where they were outscored 5-0, making it difficult to recover. Key performers included Sophia Lima, who scored three goals, and Leah Croom, who added two. The Bison held some advantages, notably in draw controls and successful clears, but could not capitalize effectively. With this loss, Howard's record stands at 3-11 overall and 2-5 in the Northeast Conference.

By the Numbers
  • Sophia Lima led the Bison with three goals.
  • Mercyhurst outscored Howard 5-0 in the third quarter.
State of Play
  • Howard University trails in overall performance at 3-11 and 2-5 in NEC play.
  • Despite recent challenges, the Bison showed potential in the fourth quarter, scoring four goals.
What's Next

Howard will face Wagner on April 18, looking to bounce back from this defeat. The team needs to improve defensively to avoid similar third-quarter pitfalls and maximize scoring opportunities moving forward.

Bottom Line

Howard's resilience in the fourth quarter signals promise, but the lack of consistency in previous periods must be addressed to improve their chances in upcoming games. The team can learn from this match to better manage momentum shifts in future contests.