Mount Olive Falls Short Against No. 23 Lander, 10-8

Mount Olive Falls Short Against No. 23 Lander, 10-8

MOUNT OLIVE  – The University of Mount Olive women’s lacrosse team saw its six-game winning streak come to an end Tuesday with a 10-8 loss to No. 23 Lander in non-conference action.

Despite a fast start with early goals from Katie Broom and Rileigh White, the Trojans were held scoreless for nearly two quarters as Lander went on a 6-0 run to lead 6-2 at halftime. UMO rallied late with a fourth-quarter surge, including goals by Logan Hibbard, Reese Weedle, and Caroline Clark, but ultimately fell short.

Hibbard led the Trojans with two goals, one assist, and strong defensive play. White and Weedle each added multi-point performances, while Broom found the net twice.

Goalkeepers Lily Mahoney and Anna James split time in the cage, combining for six saves. The Trojans now stand at 7-7 overall and continue their tough season against ranked opponents.

UMO travels to Newberry for another non-conference matchup on Saturday, April 12 at 2 p.m.

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