BOX SCORE
Mount Pleasant, Mich. – The Saint Francis lacrosse team's first half deficit proved to be too steep to overcome in Saturday's 17-12 loss against Central Michigan at the CMU Lacrosse Complex.
Turning Point
Central Michigan captured an early lead, scoring three goals in the first six minutes of the game. Saint Francis responded with goals by
Livia Baker (Fallston, Md./Fallston High School) and
Sarah Mahon (Malverne, N.Y./Kellenberg Memorial).
Sarah Mahon (Malverne, N.Y./Kellenberg Memorial)'s goal brought the Red Flash within one, but the Chippewas responded with a run of their own and led 9-5 at halftime. In the second half, Saint Francis (4-5) traded goals with CMU and were never able to get closer than three goals.
Notes
- Senior Attacker Sarah Mahon (Malverne, N.Y./Kellenberg Memorial) had season highs in goals (4), shots (7), ground balls (2), and minutes played (104).
- Freshman Midfielder Emileigh Scott (Ellicott City, Md./Howard) matched a career-high three goals in the loss.
- Jessica Mazzur (Dallastown, Pa./York Catholic) continues to play well for the Red Flash; she tallied two goals, two assists, and is averaging 3.2 goals a game over the past five games.
By the Numbers
- Central Michigan held a slight 30-28 advantage in shots.
- The Red Flash edged the Chippewas in ground balls (27-22) and committed fewer turnovers (20-22).
- Central Michigan won possession on more draw controls (17-14).
- Saint Francis was successful on 16 of their 18 clear attempts.
Up Next
Saint Francis travels to Virginia to take on Longwood on Sunday Mar. 25 at 1 p.m.
