RALEIGH, N.C. — Meredith College women's lacrosse opened the USA South Conference Tournament in dominant fashion Saturday morning, overwhelming Brevard College with a 24-0 victory on home turf. The Avenging Angels used a fast start and complete team performance to secure their place in the semifinal round, continuing an already historic 2026 campaign.

Game Highlights

Meredith wasted no time setting the tone, erupting for 13 first-quarter goals to take full control early. Goals came in rapid succession, with the Avenging Angels scoring three times in the opening minute and continuing to apply relentless pressure throughout the frame.

The momentum carried into the second quarter, where Meredith added seven more goals to build a commanding 20-0 halftime lead. The Angels maintained possession dominance behind strong draw control play (23 total) and outshot Brevard 42-0 in the contest.

Defensively, Meredith delivered a flawless performance, holding Brevard without a single shot while forcing 20 turnovers and limiting clears to 0-for-4. The Angels continued to add to their total in the second half, closing out the 24-0 shutout victory.

Key Performances

• Kenzie Todd led the attack with six goals and three assists for nine points, adding seven ground balls and four caused turnovers.
• Logan Campbell tallied five goals, including multiple early scores that sparked Meredith's opening run.
• Reese Walker orchestrated the offense with six assists and added a goal, eight ground balls, and five caused turnovers.
• Bailey Swails contributed three goals, one assist, and a team-high eight draw controls to control possession.
• Meredith's defense was anchored by a collective effort, allowing zero shots while goalkeeper Delaney Posehn secured the shutout.

Up Next

Meredith advances to the USA South Tournament semifinals and will host Southern Virginia University on Thursday, April 30 at 3:00 p.m.

The Avenging Angels will also host the second semifinal matchup between Methodist University and Piedmont University at 6:00 p.m.

The USA South Championship game is scheduled for Saturday, May 2 at 12:00 p.m. on Meredith's campus, with a conference title and NCAA Tournament berth on the line.

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