2.21.19
WEST POINT – The Truett McConnell University women’s lacrosse team traveled to Appalachian Athletic Conference foe, Point University, to open up their 2019 season. The Lady Bears fell in their season opener (19-2) while the Skyhawks won their third game of the year.
COACH’S COMMENTS
“First game is out of the way,” Head Coach Channing Hoyt said. “This was Point’s fourth contest. They came out super aggressive all over the field. Turnovers were our worst column. Overall, glad our team had a hard contest to get the season going. Learn from our mistakes and work for the next opportunity.”
LEADERS
Sophomore Heather Penley scored the first TMU goal of the game with 12:46 to go in the game (17-1). Senior McKenzie Noggle found the back of the net for her ninth career goal with 2:59 remaining (18-2). Cameron Leeand Noggle led with two shots apiece.
Freshman goalkeeper Christian Roberts made her debut recording a total of 10 saves.
The Skyhawks outshot 34-8 and tallied seven turnovers in comparison to TMU’s 14. The Lady Bears worked to earn five free-position shots.
UP NEXT
TMU returns to the TMU Lacrosse Complex for their home opener on Tuesday, Feb. 16, to face Southern Wesleyan University.
