DEMOREST, GA – A dominant, championship-clinching performance powered the Avenging Angels to a 20-4 victory over USA South Conference opponent Piedmont University. With the win, Meredith secured the USA South Regular Season Championship, earned the No. 1 seed for the upcoming conference tournament, and reached a major program milestone with its 20th championship. The Avenging Angels improved to 13-4 overall and a perfect 8-0 in conference play.
Game Highlights
Meredith set the tone early and never looked back. After a brief 2-1 deficit midway through the first quarter, the Avenging Angels erupted for six unanswered goals to close the period with a 7-2 lead. That momentum carried into a dominant second quarter, where Meredith outscored Piedmont 9-0 to take a commanding 16-2 advantage into halftime.
The midfield defense proved to be a difference-maker throughout the contest, consistently disrupting Piedmont's transition and limiting quality scoring opportunities. Meredith forced 21 turnovers while holding Piedmont to just 15 total shots and eight shots on goal.
Controlling possession was another key factor, as Madison Dean and Bailey Swails dominated the draw circle, helping Meredith secure an 18-7 edge in draw controls and maintain offensive pressure for much of the game.
Key Performances
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Bailey Swails led the attack with five goals and an assist while adding a team-high eight draw controls
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Reese Walker tallied four goals and three assists for a game-high seven points
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Kenzie Todd added four goals and contributed on both ends with ground balls and caused turnovers
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Logan Campbell and Mia Frick each scored three goals to round out a balanced offensive effort
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Madison Dean played a pivotal role in draw control dominance and added an assist along with strong midfield defense
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Delaney Posehn anchored the defense with eight saves in goal
Up Next
Meredith will close out USA South regular season play on the road tomorrow, Sunday, April 19, at Brevard College.
