RALEIGH, N.C. - A championship performance in every sense unfolded Saturday in Raleigh, as Meredith College lacrosse overwhelmed Piedmont University Lions, 21–2, to secure the USA South Conference Tournament Championship. With the victory, the Avenging Angels claimed their 12th consecutive tournament title and 21st overall USA South championship (regular season + tournament combined), continuing one of the most dominant runs in Division III. The win also earns Meredith an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament.
Game Highlights
Meredith wasted no time asserting control, jumping out to a 4–1 lead in the opening quarter behind balanced scoring and relentless defensive pressure. The Avenging Angels extended that margin to 9–2 by halftime, capitalizing on draw controls, forced turnovers, and efficient offensive execution.
The second half turned into a showcase of Meredith's depth and dominance. The Angels outscored Piedmont 12–0 over the final two quarters, including a 6-goal third and a 6-goal fourth, while holding the Lions to just two total shots across the final 30 minutes. Meredith finished with commanding advantages in shots (41–5), ground balls (39–13), and caused turnovers, controlling every facet of play from start to finish.
Key Performances
- Reese Walker: 4 goals, 8 assists (12 points), 10 ground balls — orchestrated the offense and set the tone as the primary playmaker
- Logan Campbell: 5 goals on 9 shots, leading all scorers
- Kenzie Todd: 4 goals, 3 assists, 7 points in a dynamic all-around effort
- Bailey Swails: 3 goals, 6 ground balls, strong presence on both ends
- Katherine Couch: 5 caused turnovers, 5 ground balls — disruptive force all game
- Delaney Posehn: 2 saves, anchored a defense that allowed just 5 total shots
USA South All-Tournament Team
Attack
Logan Campbell, Meredith
Kenzie Todd, Meredith
Reese Walker, Meredith (MVP)
Clara Welch, Piedmont
Midfield
Lovette Choloh, Piedmont
Madison Dean, Meredith
Ellie Patterson, Southern Virginia
Bailey Swails, Meredith
Defender
Reagan Amiott, Meredith
Katherine Couch, Meredith
Kim Lam, Piedmont
Tamar Tompkins, Piedmont
Goalkeeper
Delaney Posehn, Meredith
Up Next
Meredith now turns its attention to the NCAA postseason. The NCAA Division III Women's Lacrosse Selection Show will take place on Monday, May 4, with the championship bracket revealed live on NCAA.com. Thirty automatic qualifiers will be joined by 17 at-large selections.
First-round competition begins Saturday, May 9, with the national championship set for May 24 at Judson Stadium in Rochester, New York.
Riding a historic championship streak and one of the most dominant performances of the season, the Avenging Angels now set their sights on making a deep NCAA Tournament run.
