WATERVILLE, Maine – The No. 11 Colby College Women's Lacrosse team continued its mid-season surge on Saturday afternoon, defeating Connecticut College 14-4 at Bill Alfond Field. Buoyed by a dominant defensive performance and a balanced offensive attack, the Mules secured their fourth consecutive victory and improved to 2-3 in NESCAC play.
Key Highlights:
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Balanced Offensive Firepower: Eight different Mules found the score sheet, led by a hat trick from Kristin Podgorni and Ainsley Burke, and two-goal performances from Charlotte Michener, and Emma Greene.
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Mid-Game Shutout: After a competitive start, the Colby defense completely neutralized the Camels' attack, holding Connecticut College to only two goals for the entirety of the second and third quarters.
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Playmaking Excellence: Senior Stella Regan was the primary catalyst for the Mules' offense, recording a game-high three assists. Her vision helped Colby break open the game during a decisive 6-0 run in the third period.
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Maimonis Sets the Tone: Senior Julia Maimonis ignited the scoring early, netting the game's opening goal and adding two assists, one goal, and one caused turnover to her comprehensive stat line.
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Defensive Prowess: The Mules' defensive unit, anchored by Brynna Hall, was nearly impenetrable, limiting the Camels to just 11 total shots and 7 shots on goal for the entire match.
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Success on the Draw: Colby's control of the midfield remained a focal point, as the Mules consistently won the possession battle to keep the pressure on the Connecticut College backline.
The Mules asserted their dominance in the third quarter, outscoring the Camels 6-0 to extend a 7-2 halftime lead. The clinical performance showcased Colby's depth, with goals coming from every level of the field, including contributions from Olivia Kraus and Emily Counihan.
With the win, Colby improves to 5-3 overall and 2-3 in the NESCAC, firmly re-establishing themselves as a contender in the conference standings.
Final Score:
Connecticut College: 4
No. 11 Colby: 14
Up Next: The Mules look to keep the streak alive as they return to non-conference action on Wednesday, April 1, hosting Endicott College. The opening draw is scheduled for 7:00 PM at Bill Alfond Field.