Box Score VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — The Washington and Lee University field hockey team opened Old Dominion Athletic Conference play with a 4–1 win over Virginia Wesleyan on Saturday afternoon at Birdsong Field. Washington and Lee (6–3, 1–0 ODAC) scored four unanswered goals to seize control and secure its third straight victory, while the Marlins (3–5, 0–1 ODAC) managed just four total shots.
After a scoreless first quarter, the Generals broke through midway through the second when
Zoe Dolfis finished off a penalty-corner insert from
Margaret Scheurer at 21:47. Less than four minutes later, Scheurer doubled the lead with an unassisted strike, pushing W&L ahead 2–0 at halftime.
Virginia Wesleyan briefly closed the gap with a goal from Lauren Kite at 34:29, but Washington and Lee responded with back-to-back scores to seal the win.
Sydney Baggett extended the lead to 3–1 at 37:38, and Scheurer added her second of the afternoon just four minutes later at 41:46. The senior midfielder has now scored in four of the last five contests.
The Generals dominated possession and attacking opportunities, outshooting the Marlins 20–4 and earning a commanding 17–1 advantage in penalty corners. Goalkeeper
Julia McDonald earned the win, while VWU's DJ Holsclaw tallied six saves on ten shots on goal.
Washington and Lee Statistical Leaders
Virginia Wesleyan Statistical Leaders
- Goal: Lauren Kite (34:29)
- Shots on Goal: Kite (1)
- Saves: DJ Holsclaw (6)
Game Leaders & Team Comparison
- Scheurer recorded two goals and one assist, contributing to three of W&L's four tallies.
- Washington and Lee outshot Virginia Wesleyan 20–4 and led 17–1 in penalty corners.
- McDonald went untested in goal, while Holsclaw recorded six saves for the Marlins.
- W&L finished with 10 shots on goal to VWU's one and committed 20 fouls to the Marlins' 17.
Up Next: Washington and Lee returns home to host Roanoke College on Wednesday, Oct. 8, at the W&L Turf Field. Game time is set for 7 p.m. in Lexington, Va. Live stats and streaming will be available.
Nestled in the mountains of Virginia, Washington and Lee University is a proud member of NCAA Division III and the Old Dominion Athletic Conference. Founded in 1749, W&L is the ninth-oldest college in the United States and a top-ranked liberal arts university. With over 500 student-athletes in 24 varsity sports, the Generals have celebrated over 265 conference championships. Learn more about the Blue and White by visiting www.generalssports.com or on social media at @WLUGenerals.
