George Mason (5-3, 0-1 A-10) vs. VCU (2-5, 0-1 A-10)
WHEN: Wednesday, March 12th, 1 p.m.
WHERE: George Mason Stadium; Fairfax, Va.
LIVE STATS: LINK
LIVE VIDEO: ESPN+
FAIRFAX, Va. – The George Mason women's lacrosse team continues its conference schedule it's first home Atlantic 10 matchup of the season against he VCU Rams on Wednesday, March 12, at 1 p.m.
George Mason and VCU are 3-6 historically. In their last matchup, the Rams beat the Patriots, 24-12.
PATRIOT POINTS
- Daniella Jimenez leads the Patriots with 28 goals, 5 assists
- The Patriots average 13.25 goals per game
- George Mason holds a 129-94 draw control advantage over opponents
SCOUTING THE RAMS
VCU enters with a 2-5 record (0-1 in conference) after falling to UMass 18-12. Offensively, they average 10.43 goals per game on 42.0% shooting, with 75.3% of their shots on target. Their attack is balanced, led by Mia George, Mason Whitmore, Rachel Koeneke, and Kenson Epperly, each with double-digit goals, while Ashley Karn fuels the offense with a team-high 18 assists. The Rams excel in free-position opportunities, converting 46.9% of their chances. They hold a slight edge in draw controls (97-93) but struggle with turnovers, committing 146 total (20.9 per game).
Defensively, VCU allows 13.00 goals per game, with opponents shooting 46.9%. Their goaltending has been a weakness, as both Ava Carrillo (12.16 GAA, .370 SV%) and Molly Coyle (13.56 GAA, .288 SV%) have struggled, leading to a team save percentage of just .321. They have been outworked on ground balls (118-135) and often fade late in games, allowing 25 fourth-quarter goals. To succeed, UMass should pressure VCU's goalkeepers, capitalize on turnovers, and contain playmaker Ashley Karn to disrupt the Rams' offensive rhythm.
UP NEXT
The Patriots head to Philadelphia this weekend to face the Saint Joseph's Hawks on Saturday afternoon at 12 p.m.
