RALEIGH, N.C. – Meredith College women's lacrosse delivered a dominant performance Wednesday evening, defeating N.C. Wesleyan in a 24-0 shutout in USA South action.

The Avenging Angels controlled the game from the opening draw, outshooting the Battling Bishops 35-0 and holding a decisive advantage in possession throughout the contest.

Beyond the result on the field, the evening carried special meaning as Meredith hosted Childhood Cancer Awareness Night. The program highlighted senior attacker Reese Walker and her inspiring battle with cancer during her youth, while also honoring 12-year-old Carter McArthur, who is currently fighting cancer. In a powerful show of support from the Meredith community, the event raised over $2,000 for Carter and his family.

Game Highlights

Meredith wasted no time setting the tone, jumping out to a commanding lead in the first quarter and never looking back. The Angels scored consistently across all four periods while their defense held N.C. Wesleyan without a shot attempt.

The defensive unit was nearly flawless, forcing 28 turnovers and limiting the Bishops' offensive opportunities all night long.

Key Performances

Multiple Avenging Angels contributed offensively in the balanced attack, with Meredith finding the back of the net 24 times on the evening.

Reese Walker played a key role in the offense, contributing as both a scorer and facilitator, with 4 goals and 3 assists.
Juniors Kenzie Todd and Bailey Swails were among those who found the scoreboard, helping fuel Meredith's offensive surge with a combined 8 goals. 

On the defensive end, Meredith's unit combined for a complete shutout, not allowing a single shot on goal while controlling ground balls and draw possessions throughout the game.

Final Notes

• Meredith improves to 8-2 overall and 3-0 in USA South play.
• The Avenging Angels recorded a shutout victory, holding N.C. Wesleyan without a shot.
• The night served as a meaningful reminder of resilience and community, honoring both Reese Walker's journey and Carter's ongoing fight.