Opponents have been routinely face-guarding and double-teaming Kelly Larkin so far this season. Despite dealing with those tactics, Navy’s standout attacker was not pleased with her play through two games, managing only two goals on just seven shots.
Larkin broke out of what she described as an early-season slump by piling up seven points to lift No. 20 Navy to a thrilling 14-13 victory over Towson on Saturday afternoon. Larkin scored four goals and dished off three assists for the Midshipmen, who survived a late rally by the Tigers.
“It was definitely a nice win.