PHILADELPHIA - Despite a huge advantage in shots on goal, Temple lacrosse was unable to convert on enough opportunities in a 7-4 loss to visiting Delaware (1-0) in the season opener for both teams.
Keys to the Game
> The Owls (0-1) had 24 shots on goal to the Blue Hens' 13, but Delaware goalkeeper Kate Brewster made 20 saves to frustrate Temple for most of the game.
> Temple held Delaware scoreless in the second half, but was only able to get one goal closer after trailing 7-3 at halftime.
> Draw controls hurt the Owls in the first half, with Delaware getting eight to Temple's three.