Ottawa University's women's lacrosse team fought hard but fell to Missouri Baptist University, 20-6, at home. The Braves started strong, tying the game early thanks to Brianna Valadao, Rilee Barnett, and Makayla Mason. However, Missouri Baptist's offensive push took over in the first quarter, notably with free-position goals, building a lead that Ottawa couldn't overcome as the game progressed. Despite moments of resilience, especially from Barnett, Ottawa couldn't close the gap, with Missouri Baptist dominating offensively in the fourth quarter.

By the Numbers
  • Rilee Barnett led Ottawa with 4 goals and contributed 5 draw controls.
  • Ottawa outshot Missouri Baptist 25-24 and held advantages in draw controls (15-12) and ground balls (23-19).
State of Play
  • Ottawa started the game strong, matching Missouri Baptist early on with quick scoring.
  • The Braves struggled offensively, especially in the second half, as they failed to capitalize on their scoring opportunities.
What's Next

The Braves will look to regroup and improve their defensive strategies in upcoming games to effectively counter high-scoring offenses.

Bottom Line

Ottawa's performance showcased early potential but ultimately highlighted the need for enhanced offensive execution and sustained defensive efforts to compete with stronger teams.