Rollins women's lacrosse, ranked No. 14, was defeated by No. 6 Tampa, with a final score of 18-3 at Cahall-Sandspur Field. The Tars had goals from Molly Mendes, Ashley Thurston, and Sydney Nickel, while goalkeeper Alyssa Lentz made nine saves. Despite a brief lead early in the match, Rollins struggled to maintain offensive momentum as Tampa's powerful defense and consistent scoring led to a decisive victory. The loss drops Rollins to 9-4 overall and 0-3 in Sunshine State Conference play, while Tampa improves to 8-2 (2-1 SSC).

By the Numbers
  • Tampa scored 18 goals, while Rollins managed only 3.
  • Alyssa Lentz made 9 saves for Rollins and collected 3 ground balls.
State of Play
  • Rollins has now lost three consecutive SSC games.
  • Next, Rollins will face No. 19 Florida Tech on April 4.
What's Next

Rollins aims to bounce back against Florida Tech, a crucial game in their quest to improve their SSC standing. Continued struggles may jeopardize their postseason aspirations.

Bottom Line

For Rollins, maintaining offensive consistency against strong defenses is vital as they navigate through tough SSC competition. Their upcoming match will be critical for regaining momentum.