Watauga Lady Pioneers Lacrosse Splits League Games, Wins at Patton

The team snapped a 9-game losing streak with a narrow victory over Patton High School.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 8:51pm

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Watauga's girls lacrosse team earned their first win of the season with a 12-11 victory over Patton High School on March 31st. The win snapped a 9-game losing streak dating back to last season for the Lady Pioneers.

Why it matters

Lacrosse is a growing sport in North Carolina, and the Lady Pioneers' win shows the team's resilience and ability to bounce back after a tough start to the season. The close game against Patton also highlights the competitive nature of the league.

The details

In the March 31st game, the Lady Pioneers edged out Patton High School 12-11 to earn their first victory of the 2026 season. The win snapped a 9-game losing streak that dated back to last year's campaign.

  • The game was played on Tuesday night, March 31, 2026.
  • The Lady Pioneers' last win was in the 2025 season, prior to their 9-game losing streak.

The players

Watauga Lady Pioneers

The girls lacrosse team representing Watauga High School.

Patton High School

A local high school that the Lady Pioneers competed against.

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What’s next

The Lady Pioneers will look to build on their win as they continue their league schedule, hoping to turn their season around after the tough start.

The takeaway

The Lady Pioneers' narrow victory over Patton High School shows the team's determination and ability to bounce back after a difficult stretch. Lacrosse continues to grow in popularity in North Carolina, and this close game highlights the competitive nature of the league.