March 1, 2006
Methodist gives Brundage first victory, defeating York 18-6
McGonagle scores five goals, Cushman scores four for Monarchs

FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. – After two straight one-goal defeats to open the 2006 lacrosse season, the Methodist Monarchs weren’t going let Wednesday’s game against visiting York get away from them, and they didn’t. The Monarchs gave new head coach Beth Brundage her first collegiate victory with an 18-6 victory at Monarch Stadium.

Methodist improves to 1-2 overall on the season.

After falling behind 1-0 early, Methodist took control with six straight goals, including three straight by junior midfielder Lauren McGonagle. After York scored a goal, Methodist answered with three straight goals, including two straight from sophomore attack Bridget Holcomb, to take a 9-2 lead. Late goals by Lindsey West and Katelyn Cushman gave the Monarchs an 11-4 lead at halftime.

Methodist picked up where it let off in the second half, scoring the first six goals to take a commanding 17-4 lead.

McGonagle paced a balanced Methodist scoring attack with five goals, followed by Cushman with four goals and three from Holcomb. West and Kali Rodriguez each added two goals. Carla Thomas scored two goals for York (1-1).

Methodist travels on Saturday for a 1 p.m. showdown at USA South Athletic Conference rival Averett.