POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. – The VMI Water Polo Team battled against No. 24 Villanova on Sunday morning, falling to the Wildcats by a score of 20-6.

Key Stats
- Sydney Smith registers a hat trick
- Kathryn Myler, Makynna Smith, Hollie Sauceda each score
- All three goalie see action
- The teams traded goals early, but Villanova close the first with a 4-1 run
- The Wildcats outscored VMI 5-1 in the second and didn't look back

What's Next
The Keydets will close out regular season action next weekend at home, hosting the VMI-MAAC showcase.