Kent State University
4-2
Cincinnati
6-3
Kent State Lacrosse Falls To Cincinnati 13-7
3/6/2026 10:52:00 PM | Women's Lacrosse
Kent, OHIO - The Golden Flashes fell to the Cincinnati Bearcats at home on Friday by a score of 13-7. The difference in the game was a nine-goal second quarter from the Bearcats that gave them a comfortable lead that they would hang on to for a win.
The Golden Flashes started out strong on the defensive end as they held the Bearcats to just one goal with it being tied at one a piece heading into the second quarter. The Blue and Gold were then outscored by seven goals in the second frame to bring the score to 10-3 at the half.
KSU put up a valiant effort in the fourth quarter with three goals and held Cincinnati to just one, but it was not enough, as the visitors went on to win by a six-goal advantage.
Possession was also another big key in the contest as Cincinnati won the draw control count 18-5. Morgan Handzel finished the game with 16 draw controls for the Bearcats.
Senior Zayda Crumpton led KSU offensively with three points off of two goals and one assist while Morgan Halli, Meghan Haddow, Katlyn Binnix, Megan Klepacki and Riley Floyd also contributed goals.
Anna Zucconi led the defense with two caused turnovers while Zucconi and Meghan Haddow each contributed three ground balls. In net, junior Sydney Davis finished the game with nine saves.
Up Next
The Flashes will take flight for a trip to the pacific northwest as they will have a quick turnaround to take on the Oregon Ducks of the Big 10 on Monday. The game will begin at 3 P.M. EST(12 P.M. local)
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