At Crain Field in Memphis, Rhodes started strong against Ohio Northern, showcasing skill and precision. Drew Downes led the charge with two quick unassisted goals, followed by a strike from Dylan Farley to give Rhodes a commanding 3-0 lead early in the first quarter. Their defense held firm as they looked to build on their momentum.

Ohio Northern responded, closing the gap by the end of the first quarter and turning the game into a back-and-forth battle. Rhodes stayed competitive through the second quarter, with Downes and Farley continuing to deliver key plays. Andrew Murphy emerged as a consistent force, connecting with teammates like Nick Bilotti and Drew Downes for pivotal goals that kept Rhodes in the lead heading into the final quarter.

Despite their best efforts, the fourth quarter saw Rhodes struggle to maintain their advantage. Ohio Northern capitalized on turnovers and found opportunities to pull ahead. A late goal by Liam Sullivan, assisted by Gavin Nagle, brought Rhodes within striking distance, but time ran out before they could complete the comeback.

The game ended 14-12 in favor of Ohio Northern, but Rhodes' effort and early dominance highlighted their potential. It was a hard-fought game, one that will undoubtedly fuel their determination moving forward.

The Lynx will look to bounce back when they take on Haverford College at 11am on March 14 at Crain Field.