Sunday, February 15
Lynchburg, Va.
12:00 PM ET
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Liberty Taken Down at Home 13-6 by Davidson
2/15/2026 3:52:00 PM | Women's Lacrosse
LYNCHBURG, Va. – Liberty begins the season with an 0-2 record after falling to Davidson 13-6 on a rainy Sunday afternoon at the Liberty Lacrosse Field.
The Wildcats surged ahead with a five-goal first quarter and kept control throughout. Despite Liberty's six goals, including a short-handed effort in the first half, Davidson's offensive edge was too much to overcome.
Davison's Jenna Skibbe led all players with six goals while two Wildcats, Keira Best and Kailyn Uller, each secured four points.
Olivia Young led Liberty with three goals, including a shorthanded effort, highlighting her offensive prowess. Nesci was pivotal, scoring twice and assisting another, converting both of her shots on goal. Doyle's single goal from her only attempt added to the Lady Flames' tally. Goalie Rachel Hines faced 28 shots, making eight saves.
Both Liberty losses this season have come at home. The Lady flames will seek its first win of the season hosting No. 12 Virginia on Wednesday.
Liberty Goals: Olivia Young 3 ; Sophia Nesci 2 ; Blakely Doyle 1
Liberty Assists: Delaney Donohue 1 ; Sophia Nesci 1
Davidson Goals: Jenna Skibbe 6 ; Keira Best 3 ; Kaitlyn Uller 2 ; Adrienne Leone 1 ; Brooke Ross 1
Davidson Assists: Allie Hartnett 2 ; Kaitlyn Uller 2 ; Brooke Ross 2 ; Devyn Martinez 1 ; Keira Best 1 ; Adrienne Leone 1
First Quarter
Liberty controlled the initial draw, thanks to Ava Menna, but struggled with turnovers. The Wildcats capitalized, pushing out to a significant advantage with Skibbe's two goals. Liberty fought back with Young's late-quarter goal, assisted by Donohue, aiming to shift the momentum.
Second Quarter
Liberty faced a challenging second-quarter start. Best's goal for Davidson widened the gap, but Liberty's defense, led by Kendall Coss, worked to stifle the Wildcats' attack. Midway through, Nesci's goal and Doyle's free position shot brought energy back to the Lady Flames, though Davidson still held an 8-3 advantage.
Third Quarter
Liberty's defense, featuring Rachel Hines, initially thwarted Davidson's attempts, but Uller broke through to extend the Wildcats' lead. Young's man-down goal showcased Liberty's resilience. Despite efforts, Davidson's Uller scored again, leaving the Lady Flames trailing 10-4.
Fourth Quarter
The fourth quarter saw a spirited push from Liberty, with Nesci's free position goal sparking momentum. Young kept the Lady Flames battling with a goal, courtesy of Nesci's assist. However, Davidson's offense, capped by Leone's late goal, secured their win.
Lady Flames News & Notes
Next up
Liberty (0-2) has a quick turnaround, taking on No. 12 Virginia (0-3) on Wednesday, Feb. 18 at 4 p.m from the Liberty Lacrosse Field.
The Wildcats surged ahead with a five-goal first quarter and kept control throughout. Despite Liberty's six goals, including a short-handed effort in the first half, Davidson's offensive edge was too much to overcome.
Davison's Jenna Skibbe led all players with six goals while two Wildcats, Keira Best and Kailyn Uller, each secured four points.
Olivia Young led Liberty with three goals, including a shorthanded effort, highlighting her offensive prowess. Nesci was pivotal, scoring twice and assisting another, converting both of her shots on goal. Doyle's single goal from her only attempt added to the Lady Flames' tally. Goalie Rachel Hines faced 28 shots, making eight saves.
Both Liberty losses this season have come at home. The Lady flames will seek its first win of the season hosting No. 12 Virginia on Wednesday.
Liberty Goals: Olivia Young 3 ; Sophia Nesci 2 ; Blakely Doyle 1
Liberty Assists: Delaney Donohue 1 ; Sophia Nesci 1
Davidson Goals: Jenna Skibbe 6 ; Keira Best 3 ; Kaitlyn Uller 2 ; Adrienne Leone 1 ; Brooke Ross 1
Davidson Assists: Allie Hartnett 2 ; Kaitlyn Uller 2 ; Brooke Ross 2 ; Devyn Martinez 1 ; Keira Best 1 ; Adrienne Leone 1
First Quarter
- Davidson kicked off scoring with Keira Best netting a goal on a man-up opportunity.
- Jenna Skibbe added two more for Davidson, with assists from Keira Best and Brooke Ross.
- Liberty's Olivia Young put the Lady Flames on the board with a goal assisted by Delaney Donohue.
- The quarter ended with Davidson ahead 5-1.
Liberty controlled the initial draw, thanks to Ava Menna, but struggled with turnovers. The Wildcats capitalized, pushing out to a significant advantage with Skibbe's two goals. Liberty fought back with Young's late-quarter goal, assisted by Donohue, aiming to shift the momentum.
Second Quarter
- Keira Best opened the quarter for Davidson with a goal assisted by Allie Hartnett.
- Skibbe struck again, extending their lead with help from Devyn Martinez.
- Liberty's Sophia Nesci found the net, and Blakely Doyle followed with a free position goal.
- Davidson led 8-3 by halftime.
Liberty faced a challenging second-quarter start. Best's goal for Davidson widened the gap, but Liberty's defense, led by Kendall Coss, worked to stifle the Wildcats' attack. Midway through, Nesci's goal and Doyle's free position shot brought energy back to the Lady Flames, though Davidson still held an 8-3 advantage.
Third Quarter
- Davidson's Kaitlyn Uller scored early, assisted by Hartnett.
- Young responded for Liberty with a man-down goal.
- Uller added another for Davidson during a man-up play.
- The scoreboard read 10-4 in favor of Davidson at the quarter's end.
Liberty's defense, featuring Rachel Hines, initially thwarted Davidson's attempts, but Uller broke through to extend the Wildcats' lead. Young's man-down goal showcased Liberty's resilience. Despite efforts, Davidson's Uller scored again, leaving the Lady Flames trailing 10-4.
Fourth Quarter
- Nesci scored for Liberty on a free position shot, offering a glimmer of hope.
- Davidson answered with Ross's goal, maintaining their lead.
- Young added another for Liberty, assisted by Nesci.
- Leone's goal for Davidson sealed their scoring.
The fourth quarter saw a spirited push from Liberty, with Nesci's free position goal sparking momentum. Young kept the Lady Flames battling with a goal, courtesy of Nesci's assist. However, Davidson's offense, capped by Leone's late goal, secured their win.
Lady Flames News & Notes
- The Lady Flames begin the season with an 0-2 record for the seventh consecutive season.
- Davidson outshot Liberty 28-21. Young paced the team with six shots and five on goal (tied with Nesci).
- Young earned her fifth career hat trick after securing five her freshman season.
- Freshman Sophia Nesci leads the team with 3 goals, three assists and six points in the young season.
- Kendall Coss recorded a team-best three caused turnovers. Liberty held a 16-14 advantage in the game.
- Kate Troutman earned a game-high and a career-high six ground balls.
- Sophomore Nina Gray recorded a career-high four draw controls.
- Blakely Doyle scored her second career goal as a Lady Flame.
Next up
Liberty (0-2) has a quick turnaround, taking on No. 12 Virginia (0-3) on Wednesday, Feb. 18 at 4 p.m from the Liberty Lacrosse Field.
Team Stats
DAVIDSON
LIBERTY
Shots
28
21
Turnovers
22
23
Caused Turnovers
14
16
Draw Controls
12
9
Free-Position Shots
4
3
Ground Balls
24
19
Game Leaders
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3
A
0
FO
-
Pen
-
GB
2
CT
2
G
2
A
1
FO
-
Pen
-
GB
2
CT
1
G
1
A
0
FO
-
Pen
-
GB
0
CT
0
G
0
A
0
FO
-
Pen
-
GB
0
CT
0
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