Women’s Lacrosse Cruises to 17-6 Regular-Season Finale Victory Over Roger Williams
WATERVILLE, Maine – The Colby College Women's Lacrosse team put on a clinical display of transition offense and defensive discipline on Sunday afternoon, dismantling Roger Williams University 17-6 at Bill Alfond Field. In their final game of the regular season, the Mules utilized a dominant first-quarter surge and a balanced scoring attack to secure their ninth win of the year.
WATERVILLE, Maine – The Colby College Women's Lacrosse team put on a clinical display of transition offense and defensive discipline on Sunday afternoon, dismantling Roger Williams University 17-6 at Bill Alfond Field. In their final game of the regular season, the Mules utilized a dominant first-quarter surge and a balanced scoring attack to secure their ninth win of the year.
Key Highlights:
Electric Opening Frame: Colby effectively decided the contest in the first 15 minutes, racing out to an 8-1 lead. The Mules' offense was nearly perfect in the opening period, converting on eight of their ten shots.
Michener's Scoring Surge: Sophomore Charlotte Michener continued her torrid scoring stretch, netting three goals, including an unassisted beauty in the second quarter. Her relentless pressure on the ride helped Colby maintain a 21-22 clear rate for the game.
Kraus and Banks Spark the Field: The Mules' depth was on full display as Olivia Kraus sparked the second unit with two goals and an assist. Freshman Claire Banks added a late exclamation point, burying a goal in the fourth quarter off a clinical feed from Kraus.
Defensive Lockdown: The Colby backline was impenetrable for long stretches. The Mules held the Hawks to just one shot in the first quarter and forced 15 total turnovers throughout the match.
Dominating the Midfield: Kristin Podgorni controlled the tempo of the game, helping Colby secure a 13-12 advantage in draw controls. The Mules' hustle in the middle third led to a 14-8 advantage in ground balls collected.
Additional contributions came from across the roster, with Madelyn Almgren, Isabel Shurtleff, and the Colby defensive unit ensuring the Hawks never found a rhythm. Goalkeeper Brynna Hall recorded five saves to anchor the 11-goal victory. With the victory, the Mules improve to 9-6 overall. The team now awaits the finalization of the NESCAC tournament bracket to begin their quest for a conference title.
Final Score:
Roger Williams: 6
Colby: 17
Up Next: The Mules head into the NESCAC Postseason. Dates and opponents will be announced soon.