![A woman in a blue windbreaker kneels on the sidelines of a sports field. She holds a clipboard and speaks to a group of seated players.](https://ringtumphi.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/hathornsports-e1681159874405-900x785.jpg)
Gender gap plateau in athletics highlights progress to be made
W&L is working to close an ongoing gender gap and to create an inclusive environment for all athletes
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General of the Week: Megan Engeland, ‘19
Captain Megan Engeland, ‘19, recorded her second-career hat trick in a 4-2 victory over Shenandoah on Oct. 5. The midfielder is having a strong season as she leads the team in goals scored with eight. The Phi sat down with Engeland to discuss her last ride in the blue and white.
![Tricia Jessee, 17. Photo courtesy of W&L Sports Info.](https://ringtumphi.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/jesse1.jpg)
General of the Week: Tricia Jessee
Tricia Jessee, ‘17, of the Women’s Soccer Team has been selected the General of the Week after leading her team with two goals in a 5-0 win against Randolph-Macon. She told the Phi about her season, and her hopes for the upcoming playoffs.
![Tricia Jessee, 17, leads the team in goals with six on the year. Photo courtesy of W&L Sports Info.](https://ringtumphi.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/jesse1.jpg)
Women’s soccer team primed for a strong finish to fall season
Positive attitude, deep bench
poise Lady Generals for ODACs
![Rebecca Morris, ‘18, scored a hat trick on Randolph on Sept. 18. Photo courtesy of W&L Sports Info.](https://ringtumphi.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/becca.jpg)
General of the week: Rebecca Morris
Sophomore midfielder Rebecca Morris has been named General of the Week after scoring a hat trick in the women’s soccer game against Randolph on Sept. 18. The rest of the team contributed six more goals in a dominating 9-0 victory over the Wildcats.