By: Jake Miller

NEWBERRY, S.C.- Coker women's lacrosse (4-2, 1-2 SAC) held off a rally from host Newberry for a 7-6 win in South Atlantic Conference action.

Mackenzie Baker notched a hat trick in the contest in her return to the starting lineup, while Faith Kent added two goals of her own along with Claudia Jenkins and Haley McCusker each finding the back of the net once.

After falling behind 2-0, Coker would get three consecutive goals from Jenkins, Kent and Baker to give the visitors a 3-2 lead. The contest would be tied at three-all at the half. Coker would re-gain momentum in the second half, scoring four times before the halfway point of the frame. The goals came off the sticks of McCusker, Baker, Kent and Baker again to put Coker up 7-4. The Wolves would tally twice before the 10-minute mark but Coker's defense would hold strong to capture the win.

Cassie Dodge (4-2) picked up the win in the cage, allowing six goals and making eight saves.

The Cobras are back in action on Tuesday (Mar. 22) when they host Merrimack in an afternoon non-conference matchup. Opening draw is set for 4:00 p.m. at the Coker Athletic Field. Tickets for the game are $5 for adults, $3 for students and free to all Coker faculty, staff and students.