Jacksonville Dolphins narrowly lost 12-11 to No. 5 Florida Gators despite a strong second-half performance. The Dolphins outscored Florida 6-3 in the final half after trailing by as much as seven goals. Junior Maeve Brennan led Jacksonville with three goals and one assist, contributing significantly to their late-game surge. The Dolphins made a critical comeback but fell short with a missed opportunity in the closing seconds. This match marks the closest contest between JU and Florida since their upset victory in 2021.

By the Numbers
  • Jacksonville scored six goals against Florida's three in the second half.
  • Jacksonville's Maeve Brennan recorded three goals and one assist for a total of four points.
State of Play
  • Jacksonville's record now stands at 9-5 overall and 5-1 in ASUN play.
  • This was the closest game in the history of their series against Florida, with a one-goal difference.
What's Next

Next, the Dolphins will face Lindenwood Lions for Senior Day at home, with the game set to kick off at noon on Saturday.

Bottom Line

Jacksonville's strong finish against a top-ranked team underscores their resilience and potential as they move into the final stretch of the season, setting the stage for an important matchup ahead.