The Elon women's lacrosse team suffered a setback against No. 12 Stanford, losing 19-6 and snapping their three-game winning streak. The match, held at Rudd Field, marked Elon's fourth contest against an ACC opponent this season, with Mackenzie Coleman leading the effort with two goals. The Phoenix struggled significantly, trailing 15-2 at halftime after Stanford outscored them 6-0 in the second quarter. Despite contributions from four different players, it was not enough to overcome the strong Cardinal defense.

By the Numbers
  • Elon was outshot 31-22, with Stanford achieving 29 shots on goal.
  • Mackenzie Coleman extended her goal-scoring streak to 10 games with two goals.
Yes, But

While Stanford dominated, Elon showcased potential with four different players scoring and several notable individual performances, such as Arianna Silvestri's five draw controls, highlighting areas for improvement amid the defeat.

State of Play
  • Elon has now faced three ranked teams this season, showing resilience despite the losses.
  • The team prepares for an important CAA matchup against Towson on April 19.
What's Next

The Phoenix aim to regroup as they head to Towson to play a crucial CAA game, which could impact their standing in the conference ahead of the postseason.

Bottom Line

Despite a setback against a top-ranked opponent, the Phoenix must focus on building off their individual strengths and improving teamwork as they face an essential game against Towson.