The McKendree University women's lacrosse team was defeated by the No. 2 ranked Lindenwood Lions by a final score of 20-8
 
How it Happened
 
The Bearcats played the Lions close in the opening minutes of the first half, with the Bearcats jumping out to a 4-2 lead in the first 5 minutes of play. From there the Lions would press the attack and not let up, scoring the next 8 goals in the contest.

Junior Kat Albrecht would put the Bearcats on the board in the second half twice, but the Lions offense would prove to be too much for the Bearcats defense, who would continue to control the game.
 
Inside the Box Score
 
-Todays contest marked the fourth straight game in which Albrecht has recorded multiple helpers for the Bearcats
-Junior goalkeeper Clara Andrews recorded 13 saves on the evening for the Bearcats
-McKendree converted on 15 of their 17 clear attempts
 
Up Next
 
The Bearcats return to action on Friday April 9^th when they travel to St. Louis, MO for their second matchup with the Maryville Saints, whom the Bearcats defeated 18-6 on March 28^th.