Cincinnati lacrosse team will host No. 6 James Madison at Nippert Stadium on Saturday at 11 a.m. for the Multiple Myeloma Awareness Game. Assistant Coach Haley Hardy battled with Multiple Myeloma, a rare blood cancer. The Bearcats (8-3, 1-0) are ranked highly nationally in scoring defense and scoring average. Camryn Callaghan is close to 100 career goals, with Lauren Ottensmeyer and Victoria Macres also excelling in their positions.

The Big Picture

This game holds significance beyond sports as it raises awareness for Multiple Myeloma, impacting the Cincinnati lacrosse community personally through Assistant Coach Haley Hardy's battle with the disease.

By the Numbers
  • Cincinnati ranks sixth in the nation in scoring defense with 7.91 goals per game.
  • Camryn Callaghan is approaching 100 career goals and is tied for second in the nation with 42 goals.
  • Lauren Ottensmeyer has scored 41 goals this season, and Victoria Macres boasts a .516% save percentage.
State of Play
  • Cincinnati holds a 2-0 series deficit against James Madison, with the last match resulting in a 13-7 victory for JMU.
  • James Madison ranks sixth in the nation and is second in the AAC in goals per game and assists per game.
  • Cincinnati recently secured a 13-9 win over Old Dominion, enhancing their standing with a strong performance.
Bottom Line

The lacrosse game between Cincinnati and James Madison transcends competition, highlighting the fight against Multiple Myeloma. Cincinnati's players have excelled individually, contributing to the team's overall strong performance, making the upcoming matchup one to watch for both its significance and competitive nature.