BALTIMORE– The Notre Dame of Maryland University women's lacrosse team fell in a nonconference matchup with Immaculata University by a score of 17-4 on Saturday, Mar. 9.
It was a rough start for the Gators, as the Mighty Macs racked up 11 first quarter goals, building a huge lead. Jade Stewart scored NDMU's lone first half goal, knifing through the defense and sliding a shot into the back of the net. The Gators trailed 13-1 at the break.
NDMU gained some momentum in the third quarter when Emily Funez scored by sliding a shot past the Mighty Macs goalkeeper. Several minutes later, Stewart made a great pass to an open Cailyn Motta who rocketed a shot into the back of the net. In the fourth quarter, Funez capitalized on a free-position attempt, scoring her second goal of the game. Immaculata stopped any rally attempt, powering to a 17-4 victory.
INSIDE THE NUMBERS
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Funez led the Gators offense scoring twice on five shots.
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Stewart scored a goal and dished an assist while winning seven draw controls.
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Motta scored a goal and collected four ground balls.
WHO'S NEXT
The Gators will return to action when they travel to face Goucher College on Wednesday Mar. 13. The match is scheduled to begin at 4:00 PM.
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