Young Harris College's women's lacrosse team made history by winning its first Conference Carolinas Championship title with a 13-11 victory over Belmont Abbey on April 25. After trailing 6-2 early in the game, Young Harris mounted a comeback, dominating the second half, particularly with a scoreless third quarter for Belmont Abbey. Key performances from Addison Heiser, who scored four goals, and Riley Parker, who scored four and assisted on another, propelled the team to victory. This championship win secures Young Harris an automatic bid to the NCAA Division II Women's Lacrosse Championship.

By the Numbers
  • Heiser: 4 goals, 1 assist, 7 ground balls
  • Parker: 4 goals, 1 assist, 10 shots
  • Young Harris defense held Belmont Abbey scoreless in the third quarter
  • Total ground balls for Young Harris: 28
State of Play
  • Young Harris enters the NCAA Division II Women's Lacrosse Championship with heightened momentum.
  • The team showcased strong resilience after overcoming a significant early deficit.
What's Next

Selections for the NCAA Division II Women鈥檚 Lacrosse Championship will be announced on May 4, with Young Harris likely entering as a strong competitor.

Bottom Line

This victory marks a significant milestone for Young Harris College women's lacrosse and sets the stage for their pursuit of national recognition in the upcoming NCAA tournament.