The Gannon University water polo team went 1-1 at the WWPA Bearcat Clash, securing a thrilling 11-10 victory over Salem before falling 11-7 to McKendree at the McKendree Metro Rec Plex on Saturday.

In the win against Salem, Gannon surged ahead with a dominant five-goal third quarter. Jade Strickland (Santa Ana, Calif./Foothill) and Ellie Velasco (Bronx, Calif./Arlington) led the offense with three goals each, while Brigid Carmody (Lansdale, Pa./North Penn) and Emma O'Gorman (Johannesburg, South Africa/St Stithians College) added two apiece. 

The defense was active with 13 steals, and goalie Izabella Trunzo (Pittsburgh, Pa./North Allegheny) made six key saves to help seal the victory.

Against McKendree, Gannon fell behind early and trailed 5-2 at halftime. Despite a strong fourth quarter, the comeback fell short. Strickland netted three goals, Molly Fehr (Erie, Pa./Villa Maria) scored twice, and Velasco contributed three assists, but McKendree secured the win.

Molly Sebunia (Erie, Pa./McDowell) and Trunzo split time in goal with each playing 16 minutes. Sebunia was credited with two saves.
 
Up Next
Gannon closes the regular season at home, hosting the WWPA Erie Classic on April 5-6 at the Hallman Aquatics Center. The Golden Knights face McKendree (9:00 AM) and Salem (5:00 PM) on Saturday, followed by Penn State Behrend (8:00 AM) and Washington & Jefferson (2:00 PM) on Sunday.