DAVIE, Fla. — The comeback fell short for the reigning champions in Florida Sunday night as the Lexington Sporting Club women were defeated by Fort Lauderdale United FC, 2-1.
The hosts established their lead in the 37’ minute and never looked back. Five minutes into the second half, Fort Lauderdale doubled its advantage following an LSC miscue in central midfield.
After a first half in which Lexington struggled to create high-percentage scoring chances after the first few minutes of play, the Gals in Green’s offense came to life in the second half. Substitutes Sarah Griffith and Hannah White served as the offensive catalysts for LSC’s late surge.
Lexington tallied seven shots after Griffith entered the match in the 76’ minute, including one from White that hit the back of the net.
A strong dribble by Catherine Barry while evading a challenge ended with a well-delivered ball to the feet of White in front of goal. White hammered it into the roof of the net for her second goal of the season.
White ended up accounting for 0.95 of Lexington’s 2.37 total expected goals on the evening.
Despite a rotated Starting XI, Lexington led its opponent in most offensive statistics, just as it has so many times this season. It led in shots (23-8), shots on target (8-3) and possession (58%-42%).
The loss marks the third of the Fall 2026 campaign for LSC and snapped a modest three-match unbeaten streak. The club ends the weekend in fifth place in the standings with a 3W-3L-1D record.
GOALS
37’ FTL: Sh’nia Gordon (assist: Abi Hugh)
50’ FTL: Sh’nia Gordon (assist: Kiara Locklear)
86’ LEX: Hannah White (assist: Catherine Barry)
LINEUPS
LEX: Ryan Campbell, Ally Brown, Regan Steigleder, Gracie Falla (86’ Allison Pantuso), Alyssa Bourgeois, Darya Rajaee (58’ Hannah White), Nicole Vernis, Katie Murray (76’ Sarah Griffith), Hannah Johnson (58’ McKenzie Weinert), Addie McCain, Catherine Barry
FTL: Haley Craig, Kelsey Oyler, Ella Simpson, Haley Thomas, Maggy Henschler (90’ Julianna Cagle), Abi Hugh, Taylor Smith (85’ Molly McDougal), Kelli Van Treeck, Sh’nia Gordon, Grace Cutler (64’ Daniela Todd), Kiara Locklear
UP NEXT
Lexington is back at The Stables Saturday, Oct. 17, to host Tampa Bay Sun FC. Admission is free for all fans, but those planning to attend must claim a ticket on SeatGeek. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. ET.
