Virginia Wesleyan University women's lacrosse team (2-5) faced a 21-13 defeat against Sewanee, led by Michaela Elston with 4 goals and 2 assists, Shaunice Rone with 3 goals and 2 assists, and Helen Kennedy-Butler with 4 goals and 1 assist. Sewanee dominated early with a 5-0 lead, but VWU made a comeback in the second quarter to tie the game at 8-8. However, a strong third quarter from Sewanee, outscoring 10-0, secured their 21-13 victory.

The Big Picture

The match highlighted VWU's resilience in the face of early setbacks but also showcased the importance of consistent performance throughout all quarters to secure a win.

By the Numbers
  • Michaela Elston: 4 goals, 2 assists, 1 ground ball, 1 turnover caused, 6 draw controls
  • Shaunice Rone: 3 goals, 2 assists, 1 turnover caused, 6 draw controls
  • Helen Kennedy-Butler: 4 goals, 1 assist, 2 ground balls, 1 turnover caused
State of Play
  • VWU struggled in the third quarter as Sewanee dominated, outscoring 10-0.
  • The second quarter saw VWU making a strong comeback to tie the game at 8-8.
What's Next

VWU can learn from the game's fluctuations to enhance their consistency throughout all quarters and strategize for stronger performances in future matches.

Bottom Line

Virginia Wesleyan's women's lacrosse team encountered a tough loss against Sewanee, showcasing the importance of maintaining momentum across all quarters and adapting strategies to counter strong opponents.