DANVILLE, Ky. – The Washington and Lee University field hockey team shut out Rhodes College 2-0 on Sunday afternoon, securing their fourth win of the season.
The Generals (3-1) dominated from the start, outshooting the Lynx (1-2) 20-1 and allowing only one shot on goal.
W&L's offensive pressure paid off early, with forward
Sydney Baggett opening the scoring at the 6:06 mark. Baggett then added a second goal in the 16th minute, ensuring a comfortable lead that the Generals maintained throughout the game.
HOW IT HAPPENED
- 6:06 – W&L – Sydney Baggett scored off a rebound in front of the goal after two consecutive penalty corners, giving the Generals an early 1-0 lead.
- 16:38 – W&L – Baggett extended the lead with a second unassisted goal in the next quarter. Sophomore Zoe Dolfis fired a backhanded cross into the middle from the left side, and after a defensive stop, Baggett capitalized on the loose ball for the insurance score.
BY THE NUMBERS
- W&L outshot Rhodes 20-1, with a 12-1 advantage in shots on goal.
- The Generals earned 10 penalty corners, while the Lynx managed just one.
- Rhodes goalkeeper Catherine Gluodenis recorded 10 saves, while Julia McDonald wasn't tested in goal for W&L.
- Margaret Cover led the team with six shots, five on target.
UP NEXT
The Generals will host the Catholic University of America on Saturday, September 14, at W&L Turf Field.
