Kennesaw State Women’s Lacrosse Achieves Historic Overtime Win
Kennesaw, Ga. – The Kennesaw State women’s lacrosse team made history on Thursday by winning their first-ever overtime game, triumphing over the Queens University Royals 8-7. This victory marked a milestone as the Owls improved their record to 6-4, surpassing last season’s total and achieving their best performance since 2022.
Standout Players
Lavona Watkins played a pivotal role, scoring the game-winning goal and securing three draw controls. Caleigh Shore and Lexi Tinker each scored two goals, with Shore also contributing an assist.
Game Overview
The game started on a challenging note for the Owls, who quickly found themselves down 2-0. However, Shore responded with a goal, followed by another score from Maxwell to even the game at 4-4 by halftime.
In the second half, the Owls took the lead early, only for the Royals to fight back and tie the game multiple times. With just under six minutes left in regulation, Queens held a 7-6 lead. Tinker then scored to tie the game at 7, taking it into overtime.
Watkins secured the win with a decisive shot, sealing the game at 8-7.
Coach’s Reflections
After the game, Head Coach Laura Maness said, “It was a dogfight. We prepared for this. The team’s composure in overtime was noticeable. We executed better than in our first overtime game.”
Interesting Notes
- This was KSU’s first overtime victory, having lost their previous five attempts.
- The eight goals scored were the fewest in a victory for the Owls, breaking the previous record of 11.
- The win against Queens was historic as KSU had never beaten them before.
- Cybella Smith achieved a career-high with seven ground balls during the game.
What’s Next?
The Owls will continue their homestand against the Lindenwood Lions on March 25 at 6 p.m.
This win not only boosts KSU’s morale but also places the team in a strong position going forward. As the sport grows, it’s worth noting that women’s lacrosse participation has surged by 30% in the past five years, according to the NCAA. This trend reflects a growing interest in women’s sports and could drive further support for programs like KSU’s.
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