Game Recap: Rhodes vs. Southwestern University
In a high-intensity matchup marked by a dominant middle half, the Rhodes College Men's Lacrosse Team defeated Southwestern University by a final score of 19–11 at Crain Field in Memphis, Tennessee. After a competitive opening quarter, the Lynx surged ahead with back-to-back six-goal quarters, showcasing their offensive firepower and depth.
Key Performances
John Mori led the scoring effort for the Lynx, recording 6 goals and 1 assist, consistently breaking through the Southwestern defense and finishing with precision. His ability to capitalize in both settled and extra-man situations proved pivotal in Rhodes' offensive success.
In the midfield, Colin Finnigan delivered a strong all-around performance with 1 goal and 3 assists, while also helping facilitate offensive flow and maintain possession during crucial stretches.
Charlie Carmouche added 2 goals and 2 assists, while Griffin Galloway and Gavin Nagle each tallied 4 goals, giving Rhodes a balanced and dangerous offensive attack throughout the contest.
Defensively, Burke Wade dominated at the faceoff, going 18-for-22 to give Rhodes a significant possession advantage. In goal, Jason Rubinstein recorded 12 saves, coming up with timely stops to limit Southwestern's momentum.
Game Highlights
Rhodes battled early as Southwestern jumped out to a 2–0 lead, but the Lynx responded with a late push in the first quarter, capped by a buzzer-beating goal from Mori to tie the game at 4–4.
The momentum shifted decisively in the second quarter, where Rhodes erupted for six goals while holding Southwestern to just one, taking a 10–5 lead into halftime. The Lynx continued their dominance in the third quarter with another six-goal run, fueled by efficient shooting and strong ball movement.
Rhodes maintained control in the fourth quarter, extending the lead to double digits before Southwestern added a late push. The Lynx's depth and consistency on both ends of the field secured the 19–11 victory.
Up Next: Rhodes vs. Hendrix College
Rhodes will look to carry its momentum into a conference matchup against Hendrix College on Wednesday, April 8th in Conway, Arkansas. Faceoff is set for 7:00 PM, as the Lynx aim to build on their strong performance and continue their push in conference play.
