The Fresno Pacific Sunbirds experienced a heartbreak in the first round of the WWPA Tournament, falling 8-7 to the Mercyhurst Lakers in a closely contested match marked by lead changes and ties.

By the Numbers
  • The final score was Mercyhurst Lakers 8, Fresno Pacific Sunbirds 7.
  • Natalie Kisling scored a hat trick for the Sunbirds during the game.
Yes, But

No significant counterarguments or complexities were reported.

State of Play
  • Fresno Pacific Sunbirds will move to the consolation bracket after the loss.
  • They are set to play the loser of the Biola vs. Gannon game at 1 pm tomorrow at the SPLASH! Aquatics Center.
What's Next

The Fresno Pacific Sunbirds will compete in the consolation bracket against the loser of the Biola and Gannon match tomorrow at 1 pm.

Bottom Line

The Fresno Pacific Sunbirds faced a tough loss in the first round of the tournament but have the opportunity to bounce back in the consolation bracket and aim for a better outcome.