Bearcats Plunder the Pirates

SALEM, Ore. — Willamette University (6-9, 4-3) secured a decisive 16-9 victory over Whitworth University (6-10, 2-5) at Sparks Field on Sunday. The Bearcats’ offense was propelled by three player-up goals and a strong start, scoring four goals in the first quarter and maintaining momentum throughout the match. Whitworth managed a late surge with four goals in the third quarter but was unable to close the gap, concluding the game with a total of nine goals. The first quarter began with the Bearcats securing the draw control, but an early turnover gave Whitworth a chance to counter. Willamette’s Shelby Wilkinson…