WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — The Sailfish (6-5, 0-2) faced a tough challenge on Saturday, falling to No. 5 Embry-Riddle (9-1, 2-0) with a score of 17-7 at the PBA Soccer Lacrosse Field. Despite the loss, the 'Fish showcased moments of offensive prowess, notching a player-up goal and three unassisted goals.

The action kicked off with Embry-Riddle taking an early lead as Natalie Jansky found the net first. The Sailfish quickly answered back, with Keira Limpert capitalizing on a player-up opportunity at 11:11, leveling the score. This goal also marked Limpert's first assist of the season. The back-and-forth continued as Embry-Riddle's Ashley Albert, assisted by Eliana Enners, regained the lead briefly. But the 'Fish, showing their resilience, saw Izzy King, assisted by Limpert, equalize with just 23 seconds left in the quarter, ending it tied at 2-2.

Entering the second quarter, the 'Fish kept the momentum alive. Olivia Larges scored at 14:12, assisted by Kaitlyn Gallagher, tying things up again. Gallagher's impressive streak of at least 2 assists in four straight games continued. Although Embry-Riddle responded, Peyton Sutton's crucial draw control at 13:09 kept possession in PBA's favor. Larges struck again at 7:08 with an assist from Bella Marchiano, bringing the score to 4-4.

Embry-Riddle, however, shifted the tide with a series of goals, highlighted by a free position shot from Ashley Albert at 5:29. The Sailfish's efforts to regain control were hampered by turnovers and strong defense from the visitors. Charlotte Astle provided a defensive highlight, recording a season-high of 3 ground balls, but the quarter closed with Embry-Riddle leading 8-4.

The third quarter saw Embry-Riddle extend their lead through goals from Callison Foreman, Ashley Albert, and Eliana Enners. The 'Fish defense tightened, with Meredith Shallow making key saves, including a stop against Foreman. Late in the quarter, Izzy King added her second goal at 1:47, a season-high performance for her, but Embry-Riddle maintained a 13-5 lead.

In the final quarter, the 'Fish continued to fight. Izzy King's early offensive push was halted at 13:23, but Peyton Sutton narrowed the gap with a free position goal at 10:38. Despite their efforts, the Sailfish couldn't stem the tide as Embry-Riddle added to their lead. Keira Limpert's draw controls and a late goal by Annika Limpert at 00:57, assisted by Kaitlyn Gallagher, provided a late spark, though the game ended 17-7 in favor of Embry-Riddle.

Olivia Larges led the Sailfish offense with two goals on four shots. Izzy King matched her effort, scoring twice and converting all three of her shots on goal. Keira Limpert showcased her playmaking skills with a goal and an assist, while Annika Limpert added a goal, taking five shots with three on target.

The 'Fish will be back in action on Tuesday as they take on Lynn.