KENNESAW, Ga. – The Queens University of Charlotte Royals (7-5, 1-0) opened ASUN Conference play on the road at Kennesaw State (5-6, 0-1) this afternoon, defeating the Owls 17-12. It is the third straight win over Kennesaw State for the Royals.
 
HOW IT HAPPENED
After jumping out to a 4-1 lead in the first quarter, Queens found themselves tied 4-4 with the Owls thanks to a 3-0 spurt from the home team. However, the Royals would answer with a run of their own to take a 7-5 lead into the half.
 
In the third quarter, Queens' Kayleen Favreau took control of things scoring all six of the Royals' goals in the period to put them in front 13-9 heading into the final 15 minutes of regulation.
 
KEY STATS & NOTES

• Kayleen Favreau led with six goals to match her career high. It is the third time this season that the sophomore attacker has scored six goals in a single game.
• Elise Grissett totaled five points on two goals and a career-high three assists while Ainsley Thurston recorded a hat trick.
• In goal, Caroline Kraemer collected her seventh win of the season after totaling 11 saves.
• Natalie Welch led the Owls with five goals.
• Queens was outshot 37-28, though both teams put 23 shots on goal.
• The Royals won the battle for ground balls, 21-14, and totaled 13 draw controls to Kennesaw State's 19. Maura O'Donoghue totaled five draw controls for the Royals.

 
HEAD COACH KELLY MCQUILKIN'S QUOTE
"Total team win today. I'm so proud of these women. A lot of extra pressure and nerves come in conference play, especially when you're on the road. We did a great job adjusting through some adversity and sticking to our game plan. We're happy for the win and excited to take on Liberty next week."
 
Up Next
Queens will return to play on the road at Liberty on April 6.  Click the link for a look at the full 2024 Queens Women's Lacrosse Schedule.

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