AURORA, Ill. – The Edgewood College women's lacrosse team fell to Aurora University on Saturday in conference play. The Spartans defeated the Eagles 18-6, behind a strong offensive first half. Aurora remains one of two teams undefeated in conference play.
HOW IT HAPPENED
- Through the first eight minutes of action, Edgewood College (4-7, 1-2 NACC) stayed in step with the reigning NACC Champions. Early goals from Christina Eloe and Emma Raupp saw the Eagles trail the Spartans 3-2 early on. Aurora University (11-1, 4-0 NACC) kicked their offense into high gear through the rest of the quarter, scoring four goals and taking a 7-2 lead into the second quarter.
- The Spartans continued to pack on the goals, scoring six unanswered goals in the second quarter, four coming from Bailey Simpson. The Aurora dominance gave them a 13-2 going into halftime.
- Edgewood College, saw their offense fall into stride in the second half. The Eagles scored twice in both the third and fourth quarters. Despite finding the back of the net, the Eagles allowed Aurora five goals in the final two quarters.
- Raupp continued to lead the Eagles offense with four goals and one assist. The sophomore converted three-of-five free position shots and caused two turnovers. Lily Drinkwine added a goal for the Eagles in the second half of action.
- Alexis Vogt recorded 14 saves in goal for Edgewood College.
BEYOND THE BOX SCORE
- Despite the loss, the 18-6 final is the best finish for Edgewood College vs Aurora. Six goals double the Eagles offensive output in 2022. In addition, 18 goals are the least amount allowed by the Eagles defense vs the Spartans.
THE OPPOSITION
- Simpson led the Spartnas with six goals and an assist. Jalyn Yaukovitz and Brianna Peck each recorded a hat trick in the victory.
- 10 of the Spartans goals were assisted.
- Alexis Crowley and Meghan Ginty split time in net for the Spartans. Ginty came away with the win, recording three saves. Crowley added five saves in 30 minutes.
UP NEXT
- Edgewood College will host Marian University on Wednesday. Action is set for 7:00 p.m. from Edgewood College Field at Reddan Park.
