LAKE FOREST, Ill. - The Prairie Fire secured a spot in the Midwest Conference Tournament following the results of games around the conference, despite falling 4-0 to Lake Forest.
The Foresters scored twice in the first half, including a goal just before halftime, and tacked on two more goals in the second half to secure the victory.
Knox generated eight of its nine shots in the second half, with Grace Johansen and Analeis Ming recording two shots apiece. Bri Mahoney finished with six saves as Lake Forest held a 17-9 advantage in shots.
The Prairie Fire finished the regular season with a 7-9-1 overall record and a 4-4-1 mark in conference play. Knox will travel to Lawrence for its opening-round matchup in the Midwest Conference Tournament.
