Gardner-Webb women's lacrosse faces off against league leader Mercer in a crucial Big South matchup. The Runnin' Bulldogs, holding a record of 1-12, are looking to improve their 1-3 conference standing after a recent loss to Radford. Mercer, boasting a 7-6 record and a perfect 4-0 in the Big South, enters the game as the top team in the conference. This afternoon's game will take place at Spangler Stadium, starting at 3 pm and streamed on ESPN Plus.

By the Numbers
  • Maddie Tredway has 87 draw controls won, ranking third in the Big South.
  • Emma Anderson leads the Big South with 138 saves and an average of 10.62 saves per game.
State of Play
  • Gardner-Webb is 1-3 in the Big South, seeking their second conference win against an undefeated Mercer.
  • Mercer leads the conference in scoring with an average of 13.62 goals per game.
What's Next

Following the Mercer match, Gardner-Webb will face Longwood on April 18, then host High Point on April 22, and Furman on April 25, as they aim to improve their season standings.

Bottom Line

The matchup against Mercer presents a pivotal opportunity for the Runnin' Bulldogs to gain momentum and secure a key conference victory amidst a challenging season.