In a nail-biting SSC Tournament opener, Rollins men's lacrosse lost to Florida Southern 11-10, with a last-second goal sealing their fate. Both teams traded leads throughout the match, with Rollins initially gaining an edge before Florida Southern rallied back. The game featured multiple ties, including a dramatic equalizer by Rollins’ Aaron Williams with under 90 seconds left. However, the Mocs struck back just before the final whistle to clinch the victory, ending Rollins’ season at 7-8 overall.

By the Numbers
  • Final Score: Florida Southern 11, Rollins 10
  • Rollins’ season record: 7 wins, 8 losses (3-4 SSC)
State of Play
  • Rollins held a 6-5 lead at halftime after a strong second quarter.
  • Florida Southern, with consistent responses, tied the game multiple times throughout the match.
What's Next

With the season concluded, Rollins will look to regroup and build for the next year, focusing on player development and strategy improvements. They will aim to enhance their performance in future SSC matches.

Bottom Line

The loss exemplifies the competitive nature of the SSC Tournament, serving as a reminder of the need for Rollins to strengthen their closing game to avoid heart-wrenching defeats in future contests.