Liberty Lacrosse Team Seeks First Win
In Lynchburg, Virginia, the Liberty lacrosse team faced a tough match against No. 25 Richmond, losing 16-6. It’s their fourth consecutive loss this season, and they continue to search for their first win. The game took place at the Liberty Lacrosse Field, where Richmond quickly established a 9-1 lead before halftime.
Charlotte Edwards was a standout for Richmond, scoring five goals. Her teammate Alexis Morton added two goals and three assists. This victory was particularly sweet for Richmond, avenging a narrow loss to Liberty from the previous season.
Freshman Sophia Nesci shone for Liberty, netting her first career hat trick along with an assist. Hailing from Syracuse, New York, she has scored in every game so far, leading her team with 7 goals and 5 assists. Redshirt sophomore Fayedra Vang also made her mark, scoring her first career goal.
Jenna Burrow, last season’s Atlantic Sun Defensive Player of the Year, made her season debut after missing the first three games. She contributed with three ground balls and two caused turnovers.
Game Highlights
In the game’s early moments, Richmond took control, scoring within four seconds. Liberty struggled to catch up, failing to score in the first quarter. By the end of the second quarter, they were trailing 10-2.
Liberty fought back in the third quarter, with Vang and Nesci adding goals. However, Richmond responded swiftly, closing the quarter at 11-5. In the fourth quarter, Richmond’s offensive power continued, ultimately sealing their victory with a final score of 16-6.
Team and Player Stats
Richmond outshot Liberty 30-17 and had a significant edge in shots on goal. Although Liberty performed well in caused turnovers, with a count of 17-12, they struggled on clears, successfully completing only 16 of 22.
Nesci led her team with four points, while three Liberty players—Katie Colavito, Kate Troutman, and Ava McGlothlin—each recorded three caused turnovers. Goalkeeper Rachel Hines made seven saves in the match, bringing her season totals to 39 saves with a .304 save percentage.
Looking Ahead
Next up for Liberty (0-4) is a match against Longwood (0-4), scheduled for Wednesday at 5 p.m. This will be a crucial road test as they seek their first win of the season.
Final Thoughts
The Lady Flames have shown flashes of talent but need to convert those moments into consistent performances. As they prepare for upcoming games, player development and teamwork will be vital for turning their season around.
For more details on lacrosse stats and highlights, you can check out resources from the NCAA or Lacrosse Magazine.
