Sarasota, Fla. - NCF Women's Lacrosse held its own against NCAA DIII foe New England College Wednesday at home but fell short of an upset victory, falling 19-11.

NCF fell behind 8-5 after one quarter of play but outscored the Pilgrims 3-2 in the second to cut the lead to 10-5 at halftime.

The second half saw New England outscore the Mighty Banyans 5-2 in the third and 4-1 in the fourth to leave Sarasota victorious.

Makayla Hardware scored five goals in the loss, while Bella Bradshaw and Hannah Picott each recorded a hat-trick with three goals.

Baylie Dow had a team-high four assists for New College, Airiana Jerz picked up a team-high six ground balls, and Hardware posted a team-high three draw controls.

In net, Abbigail Hardaker made eight saves.

NCF is now 1-4 on the season with the loss and will return to action when it plays the third game of its five-game homestand next Tuesday against Saint Mary's College.