ATLANTA - In the NCAA Second Round on November 16, 2025, Rhodes battled No. 2 Emory University at the Woodruff PE Center in Atlanta, ultimately falling 2–0 to conclude their postseason run. The Lynx held the Eagles scoreless through the first half and stayed organized defensively before two second-half goals decided the match.

Key Performances

Senior goalkeeper Olivia Barfield was the centerpiece of the Rhodes performance, making seven saves against heavy pressure. She registered three saves in the first half to keep the game level and added four more after halftime.

The Rhodes back line, led throughout the season by consistent defensive efforts, limited Emory's early finishing chances and kept the match tight deep into the second half despite facing 25 total shots.

Game Highlights

Rhodes kept the match scoreless for over 55 minutes, with Barfield and the defensive unit absorbing Emory's attack and preventing a breakthrough in the first half. The Lynx continued to compete throughout the second half, but Emory found goals at 56:13 and 72:14 to take control.

Despite not recording a shot, Rhodes stayed disciplined throughout the match and maintained defensive structure until the closing stretch.

Up Next: Season Concludes for Rhodes

Rhodes finishes the 2025 season at 13–5–2, advancing to the NCAA Second Round and putting together another strong postseason showing.