Canada defeats Australia 9-5 in second game of WLWWC pool play

Towson, MD—Canada contended with a number of inclement weather delays during their second game of the 2022 World Lacrosse Women’s World Championship against Team Australia, resulting in a 9-5 victory.

Dana Dobbie led the team with three goals, closely followed by Aurora Cordingley (2G, 1A). Kay Morrissette dominated the draw, winning seven of Canada’s 13 draw controls.

“We got through it,” said head coach Scott Teeter. “It was tough with the delays in-game, and not our best all-around effort. However, our defense and goaltending were again a bright spot tonight.”

In a physical game, Canada scored five of its goals off eight free-position shots, whereas Australia scored one of six.

Brooklyn Walker-Welch who was outstanding on defense and on transition, finishing the night with two ground balls, was awarded Player of the Game.

“Tonight, we were all playing for something bigger than ourselves. And as Dana said this morning, playing for every kid who couldn’t,” she said post-game.  

Canada has a day off tomorrow, before returning to Johnny Unitas Stadium to face England on Sunday, July 3 at 8 p.m. ET. They will round out pool play on Monday night, against Team Scotland at 8 p.m. ET.

The playoff schedule will be announced as soon as it is available.

About Lacrosse Canada

Founded in 1867, Lacrosse Canada is the governing body responsible for all aspects of lacrosse in Canada. Our organization is comprised of 10 Member Associations representing nearly 85,000 individual participants, including coaches, officials, and athletes of all ages and abilities. Lacrosse Canada’s mission is to honour the sport of lacrosse and its unique nation-building heritage, by engaging our members, leading our partners, and providing opportunities for all Canadians to participate. Lacrosse Canada oversees the delivery of numerous national championships and the participation of Team Canada at all international events sanctioned by World Lacrosse. Lacrosse Canada is proud to be affiliated with partners that share the same vision and values, including our corporate partners - NormaTec Recovery Systems, RockTape, OPRO, Canadian Red Cross, Westjet, and Baron Rings - as well as our funding partners the Government of Canada, the Coaching Association of Canada, and the Canadian Lacrosse Foundation.

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