DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – Palm Beach Atlantic women's lacrosse couldn't overcome a slow first half against Embry-Riddle on Wednesday, falling to the Eagles 16-10.

The Sailfish and ERAU played to an even 6-6 score in the second half but built a 6-1 and 10-2 lead in the first half that was too much for PBA to overcome. Kiki Cinotti notched the first goal of the game for the 'Fish as she opened the scoring just over three minutes into action.

Cinotti finished with three goals and four assists to lead the 'Fish with seven points. Grace Bartlinski added a hat-trick of her own, scoring her first just 35 seconds before the end of the first half. Alyssa Yates added three points of her own, recording two goals and an assist in the second half. Kate LeBlanc and Lindsey Heffler also recorded goals for PBA.

Abigal Nehring made 12 saves in goal for PBA despite the loss. The Eagles took 35 shots in the game while PBA countered with 24. Embry-Riddle was able to put 28 of their shots on target with PBA managing just 17 on frame. LeBlanc and Nehring led the way with five ground balls each while LeBlanc also recorded three caused turnovers.

The Sailfish are in action once again on Saturday as they host No. 21 Saint Leo at 5 p.m.