<body><div><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=36Rmde_0wFRDhUt00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=36Rmde_0wFRDhUt00" width="675" height="450" >In a tightly contested match, George Washington edged out Johns Hopkins, 14-12, in a Mid-Atlantic Water Polo Conference (MAWPC) showdown. Johns Hopkins struggled to rally back after trailing 8-2 at halftime, despite a strong performance in the third quarter that made it a close 8-7. The game saw a series of lead changes in the fourth period, but GW's late goals secured their victory. The Blue Jays fall to a 9-15 overall record and are now 2-5 in the conference. Meanwhile, GW improves to 10-6 overall, remaining competitive in the conference at 6-1.<ul><li>Johns Hopkins scored five unanswered goals in the third quarter, closing the gap to 8-7.</li><li>Owen Bartlett led Hopkins with four goals and five total points during the match.</li></ul>Yes, ButDespite the strong comeback effort by Johns Hopkins, they struggled to maintain consistency throughout the game, especially in the first half where they fell behind significantly. The Blue Jays' inability to convert on early chances and their slow start ultimately contributed to their defeat.State of Play<ul><li>GW scored four unanswered goals in the second quarter to build an 8-2 halftime lead.</li><li>Johns Hopkins exchanged goals in the final quarter, but couldn't gain the lead after their late rally.</li></ul>Johns Hopkins will face Conn College in their upcoming match, aiming to finish strong in the CWPA Division III Eastern Championship. This game will be crucial for determining their playoff positioning and confidence moving forward.Bottom LineThe match underscores the necessity for Johns Hopkins to harness their strong third-quarter energy consistently throughout the game. Their capability to rally should serve as a foundation for improvement as they head into their next competition.</div></body>

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George Washington Edges Johns Hopkins, 14-12

In a tightly contested match, George Washington edged out Johns Hopkins, 14-12, in a Mid-Atlantic Water Polo Conference (MAWPC) showdown. Johns Hopkins struggled to rally back after trailing 8-2 at halftime, despite a strong performance in the third quarter that made it a close 8-7. The game saw a series of lead changes in the fourth period, but GW's late goals secured their victory. The Blue Jays fall to a 9-15 overall record and are now 2-5 in the conference. Meanwhile, GW improves to 10-6 overall, remaining competitive in the conference at 6-1.