MINNEAPOLIS -- The Augsburg University women's lacrosse team fell to the University of Wisconsin-Stout 20-1 in a Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference game on Wednesday at Edor Nelson Field. Despite the loss, Augsburg's goalkeeper Nicole Schuster made an impressive 18 saves in the match, also contributing with four ground balls.

THE BASICS
FINAL SCORE: Wisconsin-Stout 20, Augsburg 1
LOCATION: Edor Nelson Field, Minneapolis
RECORDS: Augsburg 0-11 overall (0-7 WIAC), UW-Stout 6-9 overall (1-7 WIAC)

GAME RECAP
Augsburg began the first quarter with Leila Klym securing the opening draw control, setting the stage for the period. However, UW-Stout quickly took control with a series of goals, including an early one by Mai Nou Vang at 14:05, assisted by Megan Palmer. Despite a string of turnovers, Augsburg's defense, led by goalie Nicole Schuster, managed key saves throughout the quarter. Later in the quarter, Breya Sawyer found the net for Augsburg at 1:16 with assistance from Sydney Bainville, marking Augsburg's first score. In addition to her goal, Sawyer added a ground ball and two draw controls for the Auggies.

The Auggies struggled to gain momentum in the second quarter, with UW-Stout capitalizing on several opportunities. Despite Augsburg's defensive efforts, including multiple saves by Schuster, the Blue Devils extended their lead with six goals, including a late score by Lauren Busho at 00:15. Augsburg attempted to respond with a draw control by Breya Sawyer and a ground ball pickup by Isabella Kohout, who tallied three ground balls in the game. However, turnovers hindered its progress. The first half ended with UW-Stout leading 12–1.

Augsburg opened the third quarter with a draw control by Kohout, followed by a free position attempt, but the shot was saved by UW-Stout's Emilia Bullock. Despite several attempts, including a shot by Kaylee Bencker, Augsburg was unable to score, with the Blue Devils' defense and goalkeeping proving effective. UW-Stout capitalized on their opportunities, with goals from Kailyn Morin at 13:50 and Riley Schulte at 11:02, both assisted by teammates. Augsburg faced difficulties in clearing attempts and turnovers, which were compounded by the Blue Devils' offensive surge, resulting in four additional goals in the quarter.

The Auggies faced challenging moments in the fourth quarter as the Blue Devils capitalized on turnovers. Mai Nou Vang's goal at 4:44 shifted momentum in favor of UW-Stout. Despite multiple clear attempts by Augsburg, turnovers disrupted their offensive efforts. The Blue Devils extended their lead with a late goal by Savannah Wetterhahn.

UP NEXT
Augsburg closes its 2026 season with a home game against the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. The WIAC game is scheduled for Saturday, April 25 at 1 p.m. at Edor Nelson Field in Minneapolis.