Final: Florida 12, Stony Brook 10

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For the second time this season, Florida lacrosse has defeated a top-three ranked opponent.

Just two weeks after stunning No. 1 ranked Maryland, the Gators came back from a 5-1 first half deficit to top No. 3 Stony Brook.

How It Happened:

Florida dug themselves an early hole as neither the offense or defense seemed to be in rhythm.

The Sea Wolves took a 5-1 lead with 11:12 remaining in the first half after Taryn Ohlmiller scored her second of th afternoon.

The Gators didn’t flinch, however, and over the final 8:48 of the first half, managed to tie the game entering halftime. Kassidy Bresnahan and Maggie Corbo both recorded their first goals of the season before Grace Haus added the equalizer.

After allowing a goal :43 into the second period, the Gators went on a 3-0 run to give them a 8-6 advantage.

The Sea Wolves fought back and tied the game at 8 in less than four minutes. Grace Haus responded less than a minute later, but the lead didn’t last long.

Tied at 9, Shannon Kavanagh added her fourth goal of the day to put the Gators back out front. Emily Heller added a foal a goal with 11:40 to play.

That was all Florida needed, though Brianna Harris added her 14th goal of the season with 2:32 left to clinch the victory.

Individual Stats:

  • Kavanagh: 4 Goals, 1 Assist
  • Haus: 3 Goals, 1 Assist
  • Corbo: 2 Goals

What’s Next:
Florida will travel to New Hampshire to take on No. 16 Dartmouth on Tuesday before returning home next Saturday for a bout with High Point.

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