DURHAM – Duke's fast start was the difference maker as the Blue Devils outlasted East Carolina, 14-12, Tuesday evening in non-conference action at Koskinen Stadium.
with five points from three goals and two assists while Mattie Shearer added a hat trick in the victory.
Defensively, Lexi Schmalz grabbed two ground balls while five different players added caused turnovers. Duke was dominant on the draw control circle, winning the battle, 24-5, and was led by Kerry Nease with seven and Bella Goodwin with five.