SPARTANBURG, S.C. | The Young Harris College women's lacrosse team continued its dominant run through Conference Carolinas play on Saturday, defeating Converse 12-10 on the road at Weisiger Stadium.

With the win, the Mountain Lions improve to 8-3 overall and a perfect 6-0 in conference action.

In a tightly contested battle from the opening draw, Young Harris matched Converse early, ending the first quarter tied 4-4. The Mountain Lions gained slight control before halftime, using a 3-3 second quarter to take a 7-7 tie into the break.

Young Harris created separation in the third quarter, outscoring Converse 2-1 behind goals from Camden Maday and Kailey Hanks to take a 9-8 lead into the final period. The Mountain Lions then delivered in the fourth, scoring three times, including two key goals from Riley Parker and Erika Baalam, to secure the 12-10 victory.

Parker led the way with a dominant performance, scoring five goals and adding an assist for six total points (Player of the Game).

Defensively, McKenna Graf anchored the Mountain Lions with a standout performance in goal, recording 16 saves to help hold off a Converse offense that tallied 33 shots.

INSIDE THE BOX SCORE:

• Riley Parker: 5 goals, 1 assist (6 points)
• Erika Baalam: 2 goals, 1 assist
• Sydney Craig: 2 goals
• McKenna Graf: 16 saves
• Young Harris scored 3 goals in the fourth quarter to seal the win

UP NEXT:

The Mountain Lions return to action on Tuesday (Mar. 31) afternoon versus UAH in Young Harris.